{"id":4119,"date":"2020-12-08T12:36:22","date_gmt":"2020-12-08T17:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/?p=4119"},"modified":"2021-06-22T12:18:18","modified_gmt":"2021-06-22T16:18:18","slug":"sip-through-the-sea-this-holiday-season-top-wines-to-pair-with-sushi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/sip-through-the-sea-this-holiday-season-top-wines-to-pair-with-sushi\/","title":{"rendered":"Sip Through the Sea: Top Wines To Pair with Sushi"},"content":{"rendered":"

Want to figure out how best to mesh sushi and vineyard grapes? Explore our guide on some of the best wines to pair with sushi\u2014it\u2019s a match made in the sea!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Comfort food looks different for everyone. As the weather gets chillier, people pull out slow cookers, soup recipes, mashed potatoes, and even their sushi mats. If you\u2019re a sushi comfort food person, then take your autumn comfort to another level with these <\/span>wines to pair with sushi<\/b>. Rather than surf and turf, make it <\/span>surf and sip<\/b>\u2014you won\u2019t regret starting off the season on the right fin.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep in mind that just as there are different types of wines, there are also different sushi varieties\u2014which means these pairing ideas aren\u2019t all-encompassing. In general, when you\u2019re pairing, go for wines that are higher in acidity and lower in tannins and that have a more delicate flavor profile, rather than robust and overpowering. Let\u2019s jump in!<\/span><\/p>\n

Albari\u00f1o<\/span><\/h2>\n

The best all-around winner for wine with sushi, Albari\u00f1o takes the cake. It bursts with citrusy flavors and hints of green peas and blossoms\u2014which may seem odd but fits beautifully with shrimp\u2019s sweetness and the acidity of sushi sauces. It\u2019s got a higher acidity than other whites, with a phenomenal (not overwhelming) bitterness to finish it off. Pair this bottle with any tempura\u2014your taste buds will thank you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Gew\u00fcrztraminer<\/span><\/h2>\n

Another great option originates from Germany. If you can snatch a bottle of this, try it with an unagi roll… or whichever roll is your favorite, really; it works well with most. Typically, however, this wine works a little better with sushi rolls with a strong taste. The best part is if you\u2019re a wasabi-lover, the residual sugar in Gew\u00fcrztraminer bottles can quell the burn. Just be sure to pay attention to soy sauce, which won\u2019t mix well with the low acidity of this wine.<\/span><\/p>\n

New Zealand Pinot Noir<\/span><\/h2>\n

Of course, we have to include a red on our list of the <\/span>best wines to pair with sushi<\/b>. You have to be careful with this one because heavier reds will overwhelm that comforting sushi taste. Instead, pick up a bottle of a lighter, less acidic red, such as a New Zealand Pinot Noir. As we mentioned, opting for a red with tons of tannin won\u2019t do your mouth any favors (think metallic), which is why a Pinot Noir\u2019s low tannins and higher acidity pair beautifully with most rolls.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Gr\u00fcner Veltliner<\/span><\/h2>\n

Not German this time around\u2014rather, an Austrian native variety that typically isn\u2019t grown elsewhere. This bottle will bring a high acidity and flavors full of white pepper, lime, and lemon. That high acidity\u2014while at times a bit overwhelming on its own\u2014finds its match with rich sauce and sticky rice in something like a dragon roll. Those citrusy notes we discussed? They dance beautifully with cucumber and avocado\u2014this is another wine that will mesh with a variety of sushi rolls.<\/span><\/p>\n

These are just a few of the different wines that pair well with sushi. But as with most things, it\u2019s up to your taste buds. Do a little taste testing with your bottles from <\/span>Wines \u2019Til Sold Out<\/span><\/a> and see which ones tingle and which upset your mouthfeel. Our <\/span>online wine shop<\/b> has everything you\u2019d want to choose from\u2014whether it\u2019s for sushi pairing or any other comfort food match made in heaven. Shop our collections now!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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