Perfect Pairings & Recipes for
Bourgogne

Exquisite Bourgogne flavour pairings and recipes, revealed through data science.

Bourgogne is defined by the unmistakable taste of sour apple and raspberry, but beneath its bitter surface lies a nuanced symphony of subtle flavour notes: petrichor, toast, and even hints of violet that give it remarkable depth. The key to finding the perfect pairing for Bourgogne is understanding how these notes harmonise.

To map these harmonies, we analysed thousands of ingredients, breaking each one down across 150 flavour dimensions, identifying which notes complement and contrast. Our analysis reveals, for example, how chilli flakes's capsaicin tones infuse with Bourgogne, and how cayenne pepper's capsicum notes create a surprising synergy with its crisp tartness.

An ingredient's flavour stems from its core characteristics, such as earthy, floral, or woody, combined with layers of subtle flavour notes (outer bars). For a balanced dish, pair ingredients with a variety of core flavours, and choose complementary aroma notes for harmony.

The Art of Flavour Pairing

To understand exactly which flavours harmonise, we compiled a database of over 50,000 ingredient pairings commonly used in cooking. We then analysed these pairings, identifying the specific flavour notes that frequently appear together.

The Flavours That Harmonise With Malic Notes

Our analysis reveals a strong connection between sour apple and bell pepper flavours. Since Bourgogne has a distinct malic flavour, try pairing it with the capsicum flavours of cayenne pepper.

The recipes below provide inspiration for pairing Bourgogne with cayenne pepper.

Harmonious Flavours Of Bourgogne

Just as our analysis revealed that sour apple and hoppy flavour notes combine harmoniously, we can identify the full profile of flavours that harmonise with each of the flavours present in Bourgogne. Similarly, the berry-like flavours of Bourgogne frequently pair with beefy and ironny flavours.

The accents complementary to the various notes of Bourgogne can be seen highlighted in the pink bars below.

Matching Flavour Profiles

The flavour profile of chilli flakes offers many of the accents complementary to Bourgogne, including capsaicin and capsicum aroma accents. Because the flavour profile of chilli flakes has many of the of the features that are complementary to Bourgogne, they are likely to pair very well together.

The chart above shows the unique profile of chilli flakes across 150 dimensions of flavour, while the recipes below offer inspiration for bringing these flavours together with Bourgogne.

Recipes That Pair Bourgogne With Chilli Flakes

Linked Flavour Notes

Looking at the aroma notes that are most strongly associated with the various flavours of Bourgogne, we can identify other ingredients that are likely to pair well.

The left side of the chart above highlights the aroma notes of Bourgogne, along with the complementary aromas associated with each note. While the right side shows some of the ingredients that share many of the aroma notes complementary to Bourgogne.

Which Fruit Go With Bourgogne?

Choose fruit that infuse with its nuttiness or anchor its crisp tartness. Red bell pepper and dried fruit offer vibrant, clean counterpoints, their verdant freshness lifting the palate. Sultana add a gentle, oniony brightness, while tangerine introduces a sophisticated, anise-tinged elegance.

Alternatively, embrace fruit that harmonise with Bourgogne's fruitiness. The addition of orange, with its subtle aurantium notes, can complement the plum beautifully, while lime pickle lends a citrusy brightness.

How Flavonomics Works

We've pioneered a unique, data-driven approach to decode the intricate art of flavour pairing. Our goal is to move beyond intuition and uncover the science of why certain ingredients harmonise beautifully. This rigorous methodology allows us to provide you with insightful and reliable pairing recommendations.

Our analysis begins with over 50,000 carefully selected recipes from acclaimed chefs like Galton Blackiston, Marcello Tully, and Pierre Lambinon. This premium dataset ensures our model distils genuine culinary excellence and creativity.

Each ingredient from these recipes is deconstructed across 150 distinct flavour dimensions, creating a unique numerical "flavour fingerprint." This quantification allows us to apply advanced analytical methods to identify complex patterns between flavour notes.

We identify popular ingredient combinations that frequently appear in our recipe database. Regression analysis is then performed on these pairings to statistically validate and pinpoint truly harmonious flavours.

These insights drive our predictive model, which allows us to take any ingredient (e.g., Bourgogne), analyse its detailed flavour profile, and accurately reveal its complementary flavours and perfect ingredient partners.