Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Brut NV
Champagne, France • splurge
Lemon curd, biscuit, and chalky minerality with fine mousse.
Tempura Platter
fried • light batter • crispy
Also known as: assorted tempura, vegetable and shrimp tempura
About the Dish
Tempura Platter is a japanese fried that leans on fried, light batter, 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 Grower Brut Champagne.
Top Pour: Grower Brut Champagne
Crisp bubbles and high acid cut through light, crispy batter perfectly.
Body: lightAcidity: highSweetness: dry
Why it works
- High acidity cuts through fatty fish and rice seasoning.
- Autolytic notes echo soy and nori savoriness without dominating.
Signature aromas
lemon zestbriochechalk
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- High acidity cuts through fatty fish and rice seasoning.
- Autolytic notes echo soy and nori savoriness without dominating.
- Avoid: tannic reds, heavy oaked wines.
Solid Alternates
Crémant — Body: lightCrémant — Acidity: highCrémant — Sweetness: dryGetariako — Body: lightGetariako — Acidity: highGetariako — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Tempura Platter?
- Grower Brut Champagne is our first pour because Crisp bubbles and high acid cut through light, crispy batter perfectly..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Tempura Platter?
- If Grower Brut Champagne is out of reach, grab Crémant d'Alsace—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Tempura Platter?
- Skip styles like tannic reds, heavy oaked wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Tempura Platter?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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