Poached Pears in Red Wine

Poached Pears in Red Wine, or 'Poires au Vin Rouge', is a classic French dessert where ripe pears are gently simmered in a spiced red wine syrup until they absorb a deep ruby color and rich flavor. The dish typically features Bosc or Anjou pears, a full-bodied red wine like Merlot or Cabernet, sugar, and aromatics such as cinnamon, star anise, and vanilla.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is primarily high in carbohydrates from the fruit's natural sugars and the added sweetener, with minimal fat and protein. A single serving provides dietary fiber, antioxidants from the wine and fruit, and roughly 200-300 calories, depending on the wine reduction and serving size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	1 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	30 g
Sodium	10 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Vitamin K	6 µg
Copper	0.1 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Vitamin B6	0.05 mg
Folate	10 µg
Iron	0.5 mg

Per 1 pear with sauce (about 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a sophisticated yet simple way to transform humble ingredients into an elegant finale, often served during autumn or winter meals. Nutritionally, the cooking process allows the pears to absorb beneficial polyphenols from the red wine, which are known for their antioxidant properties.