Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Kabinett 2022
Mosel, Germany • budget
Lime zest, green apple, and slate minerality with a touch of sweetness.
General Tso's Chicken
fried • sweet-savory • crispy
Also known as: general tso chicken, general's chicken
About the Dish
General Tso's Chicken is a chinese-american fried that leans on fried, sweet-savory, crispy. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the fried feel intact while adding lift from Mosel Riesling Kabinett.
Top Pour: Mosel Riesling Kabinett
Touch of sweetness mirrors the glaze while acid cuts through fried coating.
Body: lightAcidity: highSweetness: off-dry
Why it works
- Off-dry sweetness tempers spice and capsicum heat.
- High acidity refreshes palate after coconut milk richness.
Signature aromas
limegreen appleslate
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Off-dry sweetness tempers spice and capsicum heat.
- High acidity refreshes palate after coconut milk richness.
- Avoid: dry tannic reds, heavily oaked wines.
Solid Alternates
Conegliano — Body: lightConegliano — Acidity: mediumConegliano — Sweetness: off-dryLambrusco — Body: lightLambrusco — Acidity: highLambrusco — Sweetness: off-dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with General Tso's Chicken?
- Mosel Riesling Kabinett is our first pour because Touch of sweetness mirrors the glaze while acid cuts through fried coating..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for General Tso's Chicken?
- If Mosel Riesling Kabinett is out of reach, grab Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with General Tso's Chicken?
- Skip styles like dry tannic reds, heavily oaked wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for General Tso's Chicken?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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