Peel the pears. Use a melon baller to scoop the core of each pear from the bottom. Make sure to leave the stem attached.
In an appropriate sized Dutch oven, add red wine, water, cinnamon, cloves, and sugar. Stir well.
Add the pears and heat until the liquid comes to a simmering boil.
Cover and let the pears simmer in wine sauce for, at least, one hour.
Remove from heat and carefully transfer pears to a serving bowl leaving all the sauce in the saucepan.
Return the saucepan to the heat and continue simmering the mixture on medium heat until it is reduced to a glaze consistency.
Strain through a sieve and discard the solids.
To serve pour the glaze on individual servings.
A scoop of ice cream, or whipped cream on the side is a great way to serve this simple, and yet an exotic dessert.
