Herb or Spice

Pink Peppercorn

About This Entry

Pink peppercorns add mild fruity resinous spice to fish and game — not true pepper, their delicate heat pairs with Rosé, Pinot Noir, and aromatic whites.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Alternative wine styles

Common Culinary Uses

At a Glance

Group

Whole Spices

Classification

Herbs & Spices

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Schinus terebinthifolia

Scientific Classification

Display name
Pink Peppercorn
Classification
Herbs & Spices
Group
Whole Spices
Scientific name
Schinus terebinthifolia

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
accent

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.