An article in Chicago Tribune points out the alternative of cooking duck or poultry in a rich cassis sauce. Facts provided in the article claims that cassis, which is a black currant liquer lends rich taste to poultry and game birds, either in the form of a sauce or a preserve.
Considering the pairing of chicken with the fruity Pinot Noir, cassis can be accepted as a complimentary addition to the mild meats. However, as exceptions to the availability of this liqueur, the article suggests going for a black currant puree or sauce as a substitute.