Wild Rock Pinot Gris

Grower: Wild Rock Vineyards
Grape Variety: Pinot Gris
Style: Fresh and Aromatic
Country: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Vintage: 2016/17
Closure: STELVIN
Alcohol: 13.1% ABV
Bottle Size: 75cl

Soy Roast Duck with Hoisin Gravy

Cooking Time: 00 hrs 30-40 mins (approx.)
Number of Servings: 6

INGREDIENTS

For the duck //
6 boneless ducks breasts, each about 175g/6oz
4 tbsp soy sauce (We like Kikkoman)
1 heaped tsp five spice powder
2 tbsp clear honey
For the gravy //
2 x 300g tubs fresh chicken stock
4 tbsp hoisin sauce
4 thin slices fresh ginger, no need to peel
dash of sesame oil

1. Prick the duck’s skin really well with a fork (this helps release the fat from the skin as it roasts). Mix the soy, 5-spice and honey in a large bowl, add the duck and coat well. Cover and place in the fridge until ready to roast.
2. For the gravy, tip the stock into a pan, add the hoisin sauce and ginger and boil for a few minutes to make a smooth gravy. Add the sesame oil and set aside.
3. To serve, preheat the oven to fan 180C/conventional 200C/gas 6. Pour 1 litre of water in the base of a roasting tin and place a rack over the top – this stops fat from the duck dripping on to the tin, then burning and filling the kitchen with smoke.
4. Lift duck from marinade and arrange on rack, skin side up. Reserve remaining marinade for the rice dish. Roast for 20 minutes for medium and 30 minutes for well done.
5. Slice each breast in half. Spoon some rice on to each plate; top with halved duck breasts. Add any meat juices from the duck to the hoisin gravy and pour a spoonful or two over the duck.