Duck Confit
poultry • rich • crispy
Also known as: confit de canard, crispy duck confit
About the Dish
Duck Confit is a french poultry that leans on poultry, rich, crispy. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the poultry feel intact while adding lift from Cote de Nuits Burgundy Pinot Noir.
Top Pour: Cote de Nuits Burgundy Pinot Noir
Elegant pinot lifts crispy duck skin and keeps the fat from feeling heavy.
Body: mediumAcidity: mediumTannin: lowSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Gentle tannin keeps pastry and duck fat silky rather than bitter.
- Earthy aromatics echo mushroom ragu and duxelles.
Signature aromas
red cherryforest floorbaking spice
Pairing Playbook
- Gentle tannin keeps pastry and duck fat silky rather than bitter.
- Earthy aromatics echo mushroom ragu and duxelles.
- Avoid: oaky chardonnay, sweet riesling.
Solid Alternates
Willamette — Body: lightWillamette — Acidity: mediumWillamette — Tannin: lowWillamette — Sweetness: dryRioja — Body: mediumRioja — Acidity: mediumRioja — Tannin: mediumRioja — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Duck Confit?
- Cote de Nuits Burgundy Pinot Noir is our first pour because Elegant pinot lifts crispy duck skin and keeps the fat from feeling heavy..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Duck Confit?
- If Cote de Nuits Burgundy Pinot Noir is out of reach, grab Willamette Valley Pinot Noir—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Duck Confit?
- Skip styles like oaky chardonnay, sweet riesling—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Duck Confit?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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oaky chardonnaysweet riesling
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