@jpalbny you are so right – halibut is always a nice upgrade to cod, and works in any cod recipe. [Arctic char would be even better, if you can find it.] A light Pinot Noir would also work with this recipe. But so would a full-bodied NZ Sauvignon Blanc*. Or, pace @QueSeraSera in the other thread, a large Gin...
*PS – I just ordered a case of Auntsfield Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, that was such a hit for me in Auckland in January, from wine.com. Too bad they don't stock it at Empire.