Domaine de la Pépière Muscadet 2022
Loire Valley, France • budget
Lemon, sea salt, and yeast with briny minerality.
New England Clam Chowder
soup • creamy • seafood
Also known as: boston clam chowder, cream clam chowder
About the Dish
New England Clam Chowder is a american northeast soup that leans on soup, creamy, seafood. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the soup feel intact while adding lift from Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur Lie.
Top Pour: Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur Lie
Briny, lean white echoes clam salinity while acid lifts cream richness.
Body: lightAcidity: highSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Saline snap mirrors ocean brine.
- Neutral fruit lets shellfish shine.
Signature aromas
lemonsea saltyeast
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Saline snap mirrors ocean brine.
- Neutral fruit lets shellfish shine.
- Avoid: heavy reds, oaky wines.
Solid Alternates
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FAQ
- What wine pairs best with New England Clam Chowder?
- Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur Lie is our first pour because Briny, lean white echoes clam salinity while acid lifts cream richness..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for New England Clam Chowder?
- If Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur Lie is out of reach, grab Chablis Chardonnay—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with New England Clam Chowder?
- Skip styles like heavy reds, oaky wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for New England Clam Chowder?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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