Ventoux Vieilles Vignes - Domaine Font-Sane Rhône, France - Grenache and Syrah

Perfect with: Venison steak with mushroom jus

This old-vine Rhône wine offers intensity and elegance. Rich in dark fruit, spice, and earthy notes. The structure is full-bodied yet refined – ideal with rosé roast venison with a game stock and wild mushroom sauce. The Ventoux has enough freshness to balance the richness of the dish.

Achkarren Spätburgunder - Weingut Josef Michel Baden, Germany

Perfect with: Pheasant or partridge with creamy mushroom sauce 

Spätburgunder, the German counterpart to Pinot Noir, is lighter than the previous wines, yet rich in earthy finesse. The wine has aromas of cherries, undergrowth, and a subtle oak note. Ideal with lighter game birds, especially when combined with creamy or buttery sauces in which mushrooms play the leading role.

Ventoux Vieilles Vignes - Domaine Font-Sane Rhône, France - Grenache and Syrah

Perfect with: Venison steak with mushroom jus

This old-vine Rhône wine offers intensity and elegance. Rich in dark fruit, spice, and earthy notes. The structure is full-bodied yet refined – ideal with rosé roast venison with a game stock and wild mushroom sauce. The Ventoux has enough freshness to balance the richness of the dish.

Achkarren Spätburgunder - Weingut Josef Michel Baden, Germany

Perfect with: Pheasant or partridge with creamy mushroom sauce 

Spätburgunder, the German counterpart to Pinot Noir, is lighter than the previous wines, yet rich in earthy finesse. The wine has aromas of cherries, undergrowth, and a subtle oak note. Ideal with lighter game birds, especially when combined with creamy or buttery sauces in which mushrooms play the leading role.

Zweigelt - Weingut T+R Triebaumer Burgenland, Austria 

Perfect with: Duck breast with red wine sauce or venison pâté 

Zweigelt is a versatile grape variety that produces wines in Burgenland with soft tannins, a juicy body, and notes of black cherry, spice, and earthy warmth. This wine pairs perfectly with both pan-fried duck breast and a rich venison pâté on toast. The wine's crisp acidity provides balance and refreshment. 

Côtes-du-Rhône "Damon" - Domaine Charvin Rhône - Grenache and Syrah 

Perfect with: Hare stew or venison stew with plums 

A classic Rhône wine bursting with layers: ripe red fruit, Provençal herbs, and a light gamey note. Damon is a wine that feels right at home with hearty, spicy stews featuring dried fruit, such as plums or figs. The wine remains harmonious and vibrant, even with intense dishes.