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Lyon's gastronomy is renowned for its generous flavors and authenticity. At Le Théodore, we are committed to offering harmonious food and wine pairings to enhance each dish. Here are a few tips on how to best pair our culinary specialties with the wines on our wine list.
This delicate starter, with its iodized flavors and melting texture, deserves a structured, mineral white wine. The scrambled eggs are enhanced by the finesse of the sea urchin caviar, which adds a refined marine note. The creaminess of the eggs pairs perfectly with balanced white wines, capable of enhancing the complexity of the dish without overpowering its nuances. We recommend Chablis AOP "La Sereine" 2020 for its minerality and freshness, balancing the marine notes of the sea urchin caviar.
Prawns, with their tender, slightly sweet flesh, bring a sweetness that pairs wonderfully with a white wine offering a fine balance between freshness and roundness. A wine that is too acidic will overwhelm the delicacy of the shellfish, while a white that is too opulent could weigh it down. The ideal match is a well-structured wine with good length, like IGP Duché D'Uzes "La Madone ", whose balance between freshness and structure harmoniously accompanies the marine flavors.
A dish with character, highlighting the strength of veal liver, its melt-in-the-mouth texture and slight bitterness, all of which call for an elegant red wine with well-integrated tannins. This type of wine must counterbalance the richness of the liver without masking its gustatory subtleties. The ideal wine is a red with good aromatic complexity and a touch of spice to enhance the taste of the dish. Mercurey AOP VV François Raquillet 2022
is a delicate Pinot Noir that brings freshness and finesse to veal liver.
An emblematic dish of Lyonnais cuisine, pike quenelle with lobster sauce is distinguished by its soft texture and creamy sauce. To accompany this delicate dish, choose a fresh, mineral white wine like a Chablis AOP "La Sereine". Its balanced acidity and citrus notes contrast subtly with the creaminess of the sauce. Another suggestion is theIGP Viognier Ardèche "Domaine des Granges de Mirabel", which brings floral aromas and a lovely roundness on the palate.
Come and discover our other food and wine pairings. The Théodore team will be delighted to advise you on an unforgettable gastronomic experience!
