Which wine goes well with stuffed capon?

Capon is the ultimate festive poultry. But what would a family meal be without a good wine, whose notes pair perfectly with this juicy poultry? 
Depending on the accompaniments and how your capon is cooked, it will have a more or less pronounced flavor, be crispier or more tender... Thus, each capon will be complemented by a specific wine, or at least a category of wine. In reality, the wine must be perfectly matched to the ingredients in the capon's stuffing. The stuffing will give the capon a unique flavor, and it is these flavors that will harmonize with the wines. The question is relatively simple: which wine should be served with stuffed capon?

Types of wine to accompany stuffed capon

First of all, it is important to know that capon goes very well with red wines, such as white winesThese two categories of wine will reveal different but delicious notes. You should therefore choose your wine based on your preference or that of your guests. 
Red wine, especially mature red wines, pairs beautifully with this poultry. Mature red wines have mellow tannins that will not harden when they come into contact with the meat. This will enhance the flavors without making the meat seem tougher. 
White wine, on the other hand, can be a little tart. By choosing mature white wines, the acidity will be less pronounced. White wine is highly recommended when capon is served with mushrooms or woody ingredients.

White wines to enhance capon

Ideally, you could opt for a Chenin, Melon de Bourgogne, Riesling, Bordeaux, Burgundy, or Provence grape variety. There is still a wide choice available. To give you a few specific examples, capon can be enjoyed with a Saumur Brézé that is over eight years old. Saumur Brézé blanc is a renowned wine: its fruity notes and floral aromas pair perfectly with the whiteness of the capon. 
A stuffed capon will be enhanced by a Muscadet. This wine is sharp on the palate, while offering floral and iodine notes. While a Muscadet is perfect with oysters, it will also bring out the sweetness of the capon. 
An Alsace Grand Cru can also reveal all its flavors with a capon. For this wine, you will need to choose an aged wine, at least 12 years old. It is a noble, aromatic grape variety, rich in sugar. The contrast between the salty notes of the capon and the sweet notes of the wine will be sublime. 
You can also choose a Burgundy that is over 10 years old. White Burgundy may be an unusual choice, but it is sure to delight your guests' taste buds. Burgundy is known for its fruity notes, particularly citrus, exotic fruits, and pineapple. Its particularly fresh notes pair subtly with the white meat of poultry.

Red wines to complement capon

If you prefer to serve red wine to your guests, some of them will be perfect! You will still need to choose mature wines that will bring out the best in the meat. In this case, you can choose iconic wines, such as Pauillac or Saint Emilion. By choosing a wine that is around ten years old, you will add character and presence to your capon. 
A Saumur Champigny from the Loire Valley would be a good choice. Saumur Champigny is made from Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. This blend brings fruity and spicy notes that will complement the seasoning of the capon. 
For more power and character, you can pair your capon with a Mercurey. This Burgundy wine has woody, vanilla notes. These notes, reminiscent of nature and the forest, are well suited to roasted poultry such as capon or turkey. 
A Côte de Beaune, only a few years old, will have notes of red fruit. The red fruit will give the meat a particular sweetness. Paired with capon, this wine will highlight the quality of the white meat.

Which wine goes well with capon stuffed with dried fruit?

Capon is not a complex poultry. As such, many wines will pair beautifully with it. However, the accompaniment to the capon will have an impact on the choice of wine itself. Therefore, if you choose to cook your capon with dried fruit, such as prunes, apricots, or raisins, the wine will need to have different characteristics. 
A Mâcon Serrières will bring out fragrant notes, particularly cherry notes. These notes will be subtly blended with the flavors of dried fruit. Mâcon Serrières can also be used to soak dried fruit before cooking. A red Brouilly is one of the best wines to accompany poultry, charcuterie, and white meats. Brouilly is lightly fragrant and will remain in the background when paired with capon.

Which wine goes well with stuffed capon roast?

Capon roast is an unusual cut of capon. The capon is actually deboned to make a roast, which is then tied up. Removing the bones from the bird affects the taste: the capon meat will not have the same flavor; it will be more tender but will lose some of its character. 
It is therefore important to serve capon roast with a powerful wine. A red Pinot Noir, for example, has a very sober color and firm tannins. The power and character of this wine will bring new strength to the meat. It is perfectly suited to poultry, especially seasoned poultry. 
On the contrary, you could choose a red Chinon. This red wine is round on the palate, a supple wine that will not clash with the poultry but will complement it well.

What wine should you drink with capon stuffed with foie gras?

During the holidays, it is not uncommon to enjoy a delicious capon stuffed with foie gras. Foie gras is a flavorful dish, often with peppery notes. To accompany poultry stuffed with foie gras, you could choose a Saint Aubin Blanc. Saint Aubin is a dry yet smooth wine. Its raspberry notes will enhance the flavor of the foie gras. 
Similarly, a white Sauterne would be ideal. Sauterne is a sweet wine with a very broad aromatic palette. It therefore pairs perfectly with poultry. Its citrus-like notes go perfectly with foie gras.

Which wine goes well with capon stuffed with chestnuts?

While capon with foie gras and roast capon are iconic dishes, we mustn't forget the traditional capon stuffed with chestnuts. Chestnuts give poultry a very woody flavor. Therefore, you should choose a very fruity wine to enhance the flavor of the chestnuts. 
The Pinot Noir from Domaine Otter and perhaps a Pinot Noir from Domaine Agathe Bursin would be excellent wines to accompany such a dish. The red fruit notes and peppery touch present in such a wine will add vitality and spice to the capon. 
You could also opt for a white wine, such as a Châteauneuf-du-Pape, which offers a full range of flavors. The yellow fruit notes are particularly prominent: apricot is very present, but so are thyme and rosemary, which add an elegant touch to the dish.

The ideal wine for stuffed capon?

Stuffed capon is a complex dish. The wine must complement the poultry, but also the ingredients in the stuffing. This makes finding the ideal wine impossible... Depending on individual tastes and preferences, you can find a variety of wines that will complement your capon. All that's left to do is enjoy...