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Margaux (Bordeaux)


Margaux (Bordeaux)

Discover the best flavour pairings for Margaux (Bordeaux) based on data analysis of thousands of recipes. Find perfect ingredient matches & delicious recipes.

Margaux (Bordeaux) is marked by the flavours of violet and graphite, woven with delicate hints of peat, oak, and plum that give it remarkable depth. And the artistry of the kitchen begins when we seek out partners that allow these notes to truly sing.

To illuminate these harmonies, we embarked on an ambitious journey, analysing thousands of ingredients. Each was meticulously deconstructed across 150 distinct flavour dimensions, allowing us to pinpoint precisely which notes complement in both classic and unexpected ways. Our findings reveal, for instance, how chicken's garlicy tones can infuse with Margaux (Bordeaux), or how sherry vinegar's acetic notes create an unexpectedly harmonious bridge with the sweet floralness.

Flavour Profile Of Margaux (Bordeaux) Across 150 Dimensions Of Flavour

Flavour notes evoked by Margaux (Bordeaux)

Flavour wheel chart showing the dominant flavour notes of Margaux (Bordeaux): Violet, Graphite, Peaty, Oaky, Plum, Cedar, Burnt, Anise, Petrichor, Leather, Cherry, Tobacco, Flint, Coconut, Gamey, Tannic, Brettanomyces, Butyric, Resinous, Raisin, Charred, Lychee, Pineapple, Coffee, Hickory, Yeasty


An ingredient's flavour profile is determined by its core characteristics (e.g. woody, earthy, and acidic) enhanced by layers of subtle aroma notes (outer bars). When pairing ingredients, aim for a mix of core traits to build balance, and select complementary aroma notes to create harmony.

Unlocking Flavour Combinations


To understand how flavour notes harmonise, we analysed more than 50,000 popular ingredient combinations. By exploring these pairings, we identified specific flavour notes that frequently occur together, indicating they share a harmonious relationship.


The Flavours That Harmonise With Violet Notes

Strength of Association Between Flavours

The flavours most associated with violet notes are: Acetic, Coriander seed, Saline, Peppercorn, Oyster, Lactic, Seaweed, Pimenta, Fenugreek, Mustard, Wheat, Olive, Starch, Butyric, Seedy.

Our analysis shows that the flavour of violet is strongly associated with the flavour of vinegar. This suggests we should look for ingredients with a vinegary flavour, such as sherry vinegar, when pairing with the violic aroma accents of Margaux (Bordeaux).

The recipe below provides inspiration for pairing Margaux (Bordeaux) with sherry vinegar.

  • Harmonious Flavours Of Margaux (Bordeaux)


    Just as our analysis showed that violet and vinegary flavour accents are harmonious, we can identify the full profile of flavours that harmonise with each of the notes present in Margaux (Bordeaux). For instance, the pencil-lead notes of Margaux (Bordeaux) are strongly associated with beefy and musky notes.

    The aromas complementing the various aroma notes of Margaux (Bordeaux) can be seen highlighted in the pink bars below.

    Flavour Profile Of Margaux (Bordeaux) And Its Complementary Flavour Notes

    Flavour notes evoked by Margaux (Bordeaux)

    Flavours complementary to Margaux (Bordeaux)

    Flavour wheel chart showing the dominant flavour notes of Margaux (Bordeaux): Violet, Graphite, Peaty, Oaky, Plum, Cedar, Burnt, Anise, Petrichor, Leather, Cherry, Tobacco, Flint, Coconut, Gamey, Tannic, Brettanomyces, Butyric, Resinous, Raisin, Charred, Lychee, Pineapple, Coffee, Hickory, Yeasty


    Matching Flavour Profiles


    The flavour profile of chicken offers many of the notes complementary to Margaux (Bordeaux), including garlic and ovine aromas. Because the flavour profile of chicken has many of the of the features that are complementary to Margaux (Bordeaux), they are likely to pair very well together.

    Prominent Flavour Notes Of Chicken Are Represented By Longer Bars

    Flavour notes evoked by chicken

    Flavour wheel chart showing the dominant flavour notes of Chicken: Poultry, Proteolytic, Iron, Allicin, Porcini, Glutamic, Thyme, Rosemary, Tomatoey, Ovine, Asparagus, Sage, Brassica, Corn, Oyster, Adipose, Bovine, Sotolon, Seedy, Mouldy, Parsnip, Onion, Toasted, Oleic, Buttery, Bay leaf, Spinach, Ginger, Mustard, Walnut, Porcine, Hazelnut, Potato


    The chart above shows the unique profile of chicken across 150 dimensions of flavour, while the recipes below offer inspiration for bringing these flavours together with Margaux (Bordeaux).


    Recipes That Pair Margaux (Bordeaux) With Chicken


  • Linked Flavour Notes


    Looking at the aromas that are most strongly associated with the various flavours of Margaux (Bordeaux), we can identify other ingredients that are likely to pair well.

    Margaux (Bordeaux)'s Harmonious Flavours And Complementary Ingredients

    Margaux (Bordeaux)'s Strongest Flavours

    Complementary Flavours

    Ingredients with Complementary Flavours





    Flavour groups:


    Acidic

    Floral

    Herbal

    Vegetal

    Maillard

    Earthy

    Woody

    Carnal

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


    Prominent Pairings


    Our analysis identifies dishes that pair well with Margaux (Bordeaux) and highlights the prominent ingredient combinations within these recipes. Key pairs include rosé wine and lemon juice offering zesty aroma, olive oil and Aleppo pepper for fieriness, cumin and chicken thigh for gallinaceous depth, and coriander and chicken stock for a complex gallinaceous undertone. Explore these combinations to unlock Margaux (Bordeaux)'s hidden complexity, reveal deep nuance, and elevate its vibrant character.


    Ingredient Combinations Among Dishes That Pair With Margaux (Bordeaux)

    Rosé WineRosé WineLemon juiceLemon juiceOlive oilOlive oilAleppo pepperAleppo pepp…Chicken thighChicken thig…CuminCuminAllspiceAllspiceCorianderCorianderChicken stockChicken stoc…Chilli flakesChilli flakesSmoked paprikaSmoked pap…MilkMilkWalnutWalnutChickenChickenMargauxMargauxSpring onion

    Flavour groups:


    Sweet

    Sour

    Botanic

    Herbal

    Spice

    Vegetal

    Tawny

    Bitter

    Umami



    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., Margaux (Bordeaux)), analyse its detailed flavour profile, and accurately reveal its complementary flavours and perfect ingredient partners.


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