Trimbach Gewürztraminer 2021
Alsace, France • classic
Lychee, rosewater, and ginger spice with a plush, off-dry finish.
Chicken Biryani
rice • aromatic • layered
Also known as: hyderabadi biryani, dum biryani
About the Dish
Chicken Biryani is a indian rice that leans on rice, aromatic, layered. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the rice feel intact while adding lift from Alsace Gewürztraminer.
Top Pour: Alsace Gewürztraminer
Aromatic spice echoes saffron and cardamom while fruit balances heat.
Body: mediumAcidity: mediumSweetness: off-dry
Why it works
- Aromatics mirror warm spice profiles like fenugreek and garam masala.
- Residual sugar softens chili heat without muting sauce richness.
Signature aromas
lycheeroseginger
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Aromatics mirror warm spice profiles like fenugreek and garam masala.
- Residual sugar softens chili heat without muting sauce richness.
- Avoid: heavy tannic reds, very dry whites.
Solid Alternates
Mosel — Body: lightMosel — Acidity: highMosel — Sweetness: off-drySalta — Body: mediumSalta — Acidity: mediumSalta — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Chicken Biryani?
- Alsace Gewürztraminer is our first pour because Aromatic spice echoes saffron and cardamom while fruit balances heat..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Chicken Biryani?
- If Alsace Gewürztraminer is out of reach, grab Mosel Riesling Kabinett—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Chicken Biryani?
- Skip styles like heavy tannic reds, very dry whites—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Chicken Biryani?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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heavy tannic redsvery dry whites
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