Wines that pair with

Fried Smelts

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Blanc De Noir

Interesting

Sparkling · Light · Dry

Sparkling wine made from red grapes (Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier) but pressed before the skins color the juice. Fuller-bodied, more red-fruited than Blanc de Blancs.

Why it works with Fried Smelts

Blanc De Noir's bubbles and acid lift Fried Smelts — versatile and palate-cleansing.

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Sauvignon Blanc

White · Light · Dry

Citrus, cut grass, and a wire of acid. Marlborough makes it loudest; Sancerre makes it most refined. Either way, it cuts cleanly through goat cheese, herbs, and anything with shellfish.

Why it works with Fried Smelts

Sauvignon Blanc's bright acid lifts Fried Smelts cleanly — the lean white strategy.

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