Osso Buco
Braised veal shank
Best wine varietals
Barolo
Barolo's rich tannins and acidity complement the braised veal and marrow in Osso Buco.
Barbera
Barbera offers bright acidity and red fruit that balance the tomato-based sauce.
Merlot
Merlot's softness and plum flavors match the tender meat and savory elements.
Blend
Blend wines provide complexity and structure to pair well with the layered flavors.
Best cocktails with this
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
bitter/herbal/sweet — bitter-sweet vermouth + bourbon cuts fat and echoes braise richness
Old Fashioned • Medium • 5 min
bitter/herbal — bright bitter backbone (Campari) and herbal gin balance gelatinous veal and gremolata
Coupe • Medium • 10 min
herbal/acid/smoke — rosemary echoes braise herbs and lemon gremolata, cuts fat
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
sweet/herbal — rich sweet vermouth and honey echo umami while booze supports the meat
Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min
bitter/herbal/smoke — rich, complex, savory match for braised veal sauce
Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min
bitter/sweet — Old Fashioned’s caramel and bitters complement marrowy richness
Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min
smoke/sweet — smoky whiskey adds depth and a savory note that complements braised veal
Old Fashioned glass • Medium • 5 min
smoke/herbal — mezcal smoke and agave warmth pair well with browned, slow‑cooked flavors
Coupe glass • Medium • 5 min
bitter/sweet — Rob Roy’s vermouth and bitters mirror braise depth without overpowering
Rocks glass • Easy • 5 min
acid/sweet — citrus in a honey bourbon sour cuts through fat while bourbon matches the roast
Coupe • Medium • 30 min
bitter/sweet/smoke — barrel-aged concentration stands up to intense braise flavors
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
smoke/acid/sweet — peaty Scotch brings savory smoke, lemon brightens the palate against richness
Highball glass • Easy • 5 min
bubbles/acid/smoke — highball refreshes palate and lifts rich, fatty mouthfeel