Shao Xing Rice Wine (Benmei) 500ml
KShs 2,700
- Varietal designation: Abbuoto
- Wine type: Fortified Wine
- Alcohol content: 14%
- Brand: Pagoda Brand
- Country of origin: China
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Celebrate with Pagoda Brand Shaoxing Rice Wine, a savory yellow wine from China. With almond, vanilla, and honey notes, it pairs beautifully with cheese. Encased in exquisite Longquan celadon, it symbolizes the perfect East meets West culinary fusion.
Yellow wine, such as Shaoxing rice wine, pairs beautifully with cheese due to the complementary interplay of umami and saltiness. The umami in yellow wine, a savory and rich flavor resulting from fermentation, enhances the creamy and earthy notes of cheese. Meanwhile, the saltiness inherent in cheese, a byproduct of the aging process, highlights the subtle flavors in the wine. This combination of umami from the wine and salt from the cheese creates a delightful balance, intensifying the flavors of both and providing a unique and satisfying tasting experience where East meets West to create a magical culinary fusion.
ShaoXing Rice Wine (Ben Mei) Pairings
Pair Pagoda Brand Shaoxing Rice Wine with a variety of cheeses to enhance their creamy and earthy notes with its umami-rich profile. It also complements traditional Chinese dishes, seafood, and rich, savory meals, providing a unique and satisfying tasting experience.
