Why should Sichuan food and red wine be paired with rich taste?

Sichuan cuisine is the representative of Sichuan cuisine. There is a saying that "eat in China, taste in Sichuan". Sichuan cuisine is characterized by a variety of flavors. It is good at using spicy, sesame, red oil, garlic, etc. to cook outstanding and delicious specialties. Sichuan cuisine in general is synonymous with rich, spicy food.

A long time ago, people thought that the strong Sichuan cuisine was not suitable for pairing with the same strong red wine, but after people’s bold attempts, they found that red wine paired with delicious Sichuan cuisine has more taste and grade. Many red wines have become a must in Sichuan cuisine restaurants. Prepare wine. Then, Yuncang Winery’s brand LEESON red wine sharing how to pair red wine with Sichuan cuisine?

1. Cabernet Sauvignon. As a representative of red wine with strong taste and full of aroma, Cabernet Sauvignon has a strong taste and can be paired with roast beef in Sichuan cuisine. It is not only in line with the combination of beef and red wine in Western food, but also has the taste of Chinese Sichuan cuisine.

2. Pinot Noir. Among the red wines, the Pinot Noir wine has a more delicate taste. It can be paired with Kung Pao Dried Pork in Sichuan cuisine.

3. Merlot. Merlot is also a medium-bodied wine with a delicate taste, which can be paired with more delicate dishes in Sichuan cuisine, such as fish-flavored shredded pork. Both belong to the delicate taste, neither will overwhelm the other in terms of taste, and they can achieve a good balance.

4. Riesling. White wine is generally known for its fruity taste and sweet style. Riesling white wine is the best partner for spicy Sichuan cuisine. Maintain fresh floral and fruity aromas, match with thick and rich spicy dishes, can produce a better differentiated style, and can remove the spices and spicy taste left in the mouth.

5. Champagne. Most champagne sparkling wines have crisp acidity and rich aroma. If chilled, it is a very suitable combination with spicy Sichuan cuisine. For example, boiled fish, spicy crabs, etc. are served with champagne, which can not only refresh the mouth, but also fully highlight the umami taste in the food.

Yuncang Winery’s brand LEESON red wine sharing In addition to the above common pairing wines, Chenin Blanc, Albariño, Gewurztraminer and Grenache and other fruity and fresh red wines are all good with Sichuan cuisine choose.