Cleto Chiarli Lambrusco di Modena
Emilia-Romagna, Italy • budget
Strawberry, violet, and earth with refreshing fizz.
Okonomiyaki
savory pancake • cabbage • umami
Also known as: japanese savory pancake, osaka-style okonomiyaki
About the Dish
Okonomiyaki is a japanese savory pancake that leans on savory pancake, cabbage, umami. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the savory pancake feel intact while adding lift from Lambrusco di Modena.
Top Pour: Lambrusco di Modena
Fizzy fruit and acidity cut through mayo and savory sauce on the pancake.
Body: lightAcidity: highSweetness: off-dry
Why it works
- Bubbles and acid cut through fatty cured meats.
- Slight sweetness balances salty prosciutto and salami.
Signature aromas
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Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Bubbles and acid cut through fatty cured meats.
- Slight sweetness balances salty prosciutto and salami.
- Avoid: heavy tannic reds, very dry wines.
Solid Alternates
Morgon — Body: mediumMorgon — Acidity: highMorgon — Tannin: lowMorgon — Sweetness: dryProvence — Body: lightProvence — Acidity: mediumProvence — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Okonomiyaki?
- Lambrusco di Modena is our first pour because Fizzy fruit and acidity cut through mayo and savory sauce on the pancake..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Okonomiyaki?
- If Lambrusco di Modena is out of reach, grab Morgon Beaujolais Cru—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Okonomiyaki?
- Skip styles like heavy tannic reds, very dry wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Okonomiyaki?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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