Wine Pairings for Chicken Francese – WHAT TO ASK FOR AT THE WINE STORE

Some wines can be very hard to find. So what should you ask for at the wine store when you can’t find what you’re looking for?

If you’re struggling to find our wine recommendations for the New York Times’ Chicken Francese, we revisit each wine and tell you how to identify alternative wines that should offer a similar experience.

RECIPE

For this pairing, we’re trying out one of NYT Cooking’s most-popular recipes, Chicken Francese. We recommend adding a side of pasta topped with plenty of sauce from this recipe.

RECOMMENDED WINE PAIRINGS
1ST PLACE:
Zarate Albariño 2018, Rías Baixas, Spain
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An Albariño with great acidity, bright citrus, and a minerally finish.

2ND PLACE:
Granbazan ‘Etiqueta Verde’ Albariño 2017, Rías Baixas, Spain
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An Albariño with great concentration of fruit and textured richness.

3RD PLACE:
Jules Desjourneys Pouilly-Vinzelles 2015, Burgundy, France
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A medium-bodied Chardonnay with plenty of acidity that serves as a good backup option.

TO FIND A RECOMMEND WINE:
• Follow the link above to Wine-Searcher.
• Use the “Location” feature to find a seller near you.
• TIP: Call ahead to confirm the seller has the wine in stock. They may also hold the bottle for you and chill it if desired.
• Can’t find the wine you’re looking for? Learn what to ask for at the wine store for Chicken Francese:

PAIRING OF THE MONTH: NYT Cooking’s Chicken Francese
Full Pairing:
Part 1 (New Pairing):
Part 2 (Research):
Part 3 (Taste Test & Reveal):
Part 4 (Wine Store Tips): WATCHING NOW