Wine Pairing
Hong Shao Rou (Red Braised Pork)
红烧肉
Pairing Suggestions
Garnacha (Spain)
Grenache (France)
Cannonau (Italy)
Châteauneuf-du-Pape (France)
Amarone (Italy)
Other Excellent Alternatives
Champagne (France)
Prosecco (Italy)
Cava (Spain)
Sekt (Germany)
Sparkling (World)
Description
The rich fattiness of the pork belly needs some acidity while the sticky soy sauce needs fruit explosion and some residual sugar or sun-ripened grapes.
In the mood for a bolder wine? Go for sensual Amarone or Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Bubbles are always a great choice.