Sauce & Condiment

Espagnole

About This Entry

Espagnole is a dark, rich brown sauce built from browned bones, mirepoix, and tomato, one of the five French mother sauces and the base for demi-glace — that depth pairs with Pinot Noir.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Classic pairings

Common Culinary Uses

At a Glance

Group

Mother Sauces

Classification

Sauces & Condiments

Usage intensity

primary

Scientific name

Multiple sources

Scientific Classification

Display name
Espagnole
Classification
Sauces & Condiments
Group
Mother Sauces
Scientific name
Multiple sources

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
primary

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