Chardonnay-Poached Salmon with Gamay Noir Vinaigrette

• 1 onion, coarsely chopped
• 1 carrot, coarsely chopped
• 1 celery rib, coarsely chopped
• 1 small leek, white and tender green, coarsely chopped
• 2 cups Chardonnay
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped parley stems
• 1 tablespoon fennel seeds, crushed
• 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed
• 1 teaspoon peppercorns, cracked
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt
• Four 6-ounce skinless salmon fillets
• Warm Potato Salad with Gamay Noir Vinaigrette
• Basil leaves (optional)

1. In a large skillet, combine the onion, carrot, celery, leek, Chardonnay, parsley, fennel and coriander seeds, peppercorns, bay leaf and 3 cups of water and bring to a boil.
2. Cover and simmer over low heat until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
3. Strain the court bouillon into a heatproof bowl, pressing on the solids.
4. Wipe out the skillets.
5. Add the court bouillon, bring to a simmer and season with salt.
6. Add the salmon and cook over moderately low heat until almost opaque throughout, 6 to 8 minutes.
7. Meanwhile, layer the potato salad on 4 plates and garnish with basil leaves.
8. Set a salmon fillet on each salad, spoon some of the vinaigrette on top and serve.

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Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/chardonnay-poached-salmon-with-gamay-noir-vinaigrette (may not work)