Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir's light body complements the savory beef without overpowering it.
Barbera
Barbera's bright acidity balances the rich, sweet soy-based sauce.
Blend
Blend wines offer complexity that matches the layered flavors of gyudon.
Junmai Sake
Junmai Sake pairs naturally with Japanese cuisine and enhances umami flavors.
Coupe glass • Medium • 5 min
acidic + ginger — acid cuts fat, ginger adds heat/umami lift
Flute • Easy • 5 min
acid, bubbles — bright citrus and effervescence to cut beef fat
Cocktail Glass • Medium • 5 min
acid, salt — lime-driven acidity to balance richness
Copper Mug • Easy • 5 min
bubbly + ginger/lime — carbonation and lime cut richness, ginger complements savory beef
Copper Mug • Easy • 5 min
ginger + lime + honey — spicy-sweet balance that brightens and harmonizes with soy-sweet beef
Martini glass • Medium • 5 min
peppery, bitter — zesty pepper lift and dry backbone to contrast umami
Coupe • Medium • 5 min
acid, sweet — lively lime-agave acidity that refreshes and complements soy glaze
Cocktail glass • Easy • 5 min
acidic + herbal gin — citrus acidity cuts fat, botanical herbs complement savory notes
Highball • Easy • 5 min
acid, herbal, bubbles — light, floral-citrus refreshment to cleanse palate
Champagne flute • Medium • 5 min
bubbles + lemon + honey — effervescence trims richness, lemon adds bright acidity
Champagne flute • Easy • 5 min
sparkling + lemon + honey — elegant bubbles and acid lift the dish’s savory sweetness