Shin Ramyun and Champagne? Sommeliers reveal their favorite prompt noodle and wine pairings


On the spot noodle choose: Myojo Mee Poh

Myojo Mee Poh’s seasoning is especially salty and oily, with hints of chilli, garlic and spices. In consequence, I’d keep away from wines with excessive alcohol ranges or pronounced tannins. Increased alcohol can intensify the warmth from the chilli, whereas noticeable tannins can conflict with the savoury and spicy flavours, making the general pairing style extra bitter and unbalanced.

Glowing wines and white wines with shiny acidity and a contact of residual sugar could be higher selections. The bubbles and acidity assist lower via the richness of the noodles and seasoning oil, whereas a modest quantity of sweetness can assist steadiness the spice and saltiness.

I’d suggest Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs NV. The Champagne’s acidity and effervescence assist cleanse the palate and steadiness the richness of the seasoning oil. Its citrus notes add freshness, whereas its creamy texture and lees-derived character complement the savoury noodles with out making the pairing really feel overly sharp.

I’d additionally suggest 2022 Markus Molitor Riesling Spatlese “Bernkasteler Badstube” Inexperienced Capsule. The inexperienced capsule signifies an off-dry type, with residual sugar that helps soften the chilli warmth and steadiness the saltiness of the seasoning. On the identical time, Riesling’s naturally excessive acidity retains the pairing recent and vigorous. Its comparatively low alcohol stage additionally prevents the chilli warmth from turning into too intense, making it a very harmonious match for the spicy and savoury Mee Poh.

RONALD KAMIYAMA, MANAGING PARTNER, THE CICHETI GROUP

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