The best red wine for preparing wild boar

The cooking of wild boar, a culinary practice that dates back to prehistoric times and has evolved over the centuries to become today a refined and respected culinary tradition. Particularly appreciated for its robust flavors and high nutritional value, The wild boar is best enjoyed with a white or red wine that is equally full-bodied.

We revealed it to you in our article of the best red wine with beef bourguignon, it is essential to balance the dish with a wine of the same intensity of flavors. To prepare a good wild boar recipe, you will therefore need to a robust and tannic red wine Who can resist the bold flavors of wild boar?

The Côtes-du-Rhône is particularly well suited to this type of dish. Its complex aromas, blending fruit and spices, make it your best ally for accompanying and preparing game dishes. We recommend choosing a Côtes-du-Rhône known for its character and tannic structure. At Domaine Les Esprits Sains, the ideal Côtes-du-Rhône to enhance wild boar meat is our vintage. Terra 6840 Vintage 2021.

How to Prepare Wild Boar? Martin's Tips

Preparing wild boar may seem intimidating, but with good advice, you'll end up with a tender and delicious dish.

Marinade

Marinating is essential to tenderize wild boar meat and enhance its flavor. Use Terra Millésime 2018 or a red Côtes-du-Rhône wine, aromatic herbs (thyme, bay leaf, rosemary), vegetables (onions, carrots, celery), and spices (juniper berries, pepper).

Ideal marinating time: 12 to 24 hours.

Cooking

Wild boar is a meat that requires slow cooking to become tender. Choose cooking methods such as simmering, low-temperature oven roasting, or cooking in a casserole dish.

The meat will be tender and fully infused with the flavors of the seasoning.

Seasoning

Don't hesitate to season your meat well. Wild boar has a strong flavor that pairs well with spices like pepper, juniper berries, cloves, and bay leaves.

Want to add a sweet touch? Choose dried fruits like apricots or prunes.

Sides

The wild boar is a forest animal, It pairs perfectly with all side dishes from the earth.So opt for potatoes, mushrooms, root vegetables (carrots, parsnips...), and for an even more refined tasting experience, truffle oil and fresh pasta will be perfect!

After cooking

Let the meat rest for a few minutes before cutting it; the juice will distribute evenly throughout the meat for more flavor.

Our recipe ideas with wild boar and a good wine

Wild boar stew marinated in red wine Wild boar stew Wild boar roast with baby vegetables and a red wine sauce Oven-Roasted Wild Boar Shoulder Wild boar terrine Wild boar with grand veneur sauce

The estate recommends this recipe:

Wild boar recipe with red wine from Domaine Les Esprits Sains (serves 4)

You will need:

• 1.5 kg of wild boar meat (shoulder or thigh)
• 1 bottle of red wine (750 ml)
• 2 onions
• 3 carrots
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 2 celery stalks
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 sprig of thyme
• 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
• 500 ml of beef broth
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Preparation:

1. Marinade The day before, cut the wild boar meat into pieces and place them in a large bowl. Add the onions, carrots, garlic, and celery cut into pieces. Pour in the bottle of red wine, add the bay leaves and the sprig of thyme. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.

2. Cooking Drain the meat and vegetables, reserving the marinade. In a large casserole, heat the olive oil and brown the wild boar pieces on all sides. Remove the meat and set aside.

3. Sautéed Vegetables In the same pot, add the vegetables from the marinade and sauté until they are tender. Add the tomato paste and mix well.

4. Deglaze Return the meat to the casserole, pour in the marinade and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer covered for about 3 hours, or until the meat is tender.

5. Seasoning Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, accompanied by potatoes, fresh pasta, or seasonal vegetables.