Game Wine Pairing

Game meats — venison, pheasant, duck, partridge, and similar — bring rich, often gamey and slightly earthy flavours to the table, and call for wines with enough depth, structure, and complexity to match. These dishes are a great opportunity to reach for some of the more distinctive, savoury reds that might be too intense for lighter fare. For red meat game like venison, look to bold reds with good structure and a savoury edge — Northern Rhône Syrah, Bordeaux, Barolo, or mature Burgundy all work well, their earthy, sometimes gamey notes echoing the dish itself. For feathered game like pheasant, partridge, or duck, slightly lighter but still characterful reds — Pinot Noir, Burgundy, or a mature Rioja — are excellent, balancing the richness of the meat without overwhelming it. Our Game Wine Pairing collection features wines selected for their ability to complement these distinctive, often seasonal dishes. Perfect for autumn and winter entertaining, when game is at its best.