($13, Polaner Selections):  It can be difficult to find a wine to accompany Vietnamese, indeed most Asian fare, with its plethora of flavors.  This Rosé Cava worked splendidly with the stellar food at the Hanoi House in New York.  It was gentle enough to work as a celebratory pre-dinner drink and firm enough to cut through the spice and lemongrass.  The spine of acidity makes it a fine choice even with something like barbequed pork.  It’s good to remember the “wine” in “sparkling wine” because they can be perfect throughout a meal.
90 Michael Apstein Jul 3, 2018