Yakitori Platter
grilled • chicken • skewers
Also known as: assorted chicken yakitori
About the Dish
Yakitori Platter is a japanese grilled that leans on grilled, chicken, skewers. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the grilled feel intact while adding lift from Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo Rosato.
Top Pour: Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo Rosato
Red fruit and medium body handle tare glaze while acidity keeps skewers bright.
Body: mediumAcidity: mediumSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Fresh acidity balances soy and tare glazes.
- Red fruit tones mesh with grilled poultry and vegetables.
Signature aromas
cherrypomegranatedried herbs
Pairing Playbook
- Fresh acidity balances soy and tare glazes.
- Red fruit tones mesh with grilled poultry and vegetables.
- Avoid: oaky cabernet sauvignon, sweet dessert wines.
Solid Alternates
Provence — Body: lightProvence — Acidity: mediumProvence — Sweetness: dryWillamette — Body: lightWillamette — Acidity: mediumWillamette — Tannin: lowWillamette — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Yakitori Platter?
- Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo Rosato is our first pour because Red fruit and medium body handle tare glaze while acidity keeps skewers bright..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Yakitori Platter?
- If Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo Rosato is out of reach, grab Provence Rosé—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Yakitori Platter?
- Skip styles like oaky cabernet sauvignon, sweet dessert wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Yakitori Platter?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
Skip These Bottles
oaky cabernet sauvignonsweet dessert wines
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