Somm Showdown at Neb

Somm Showdown

Sake vs. Wine

July 28, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Let’s get ready for an unforgettable evening at Neb as we partner with Seattle's newest sake destination, Sake Noir, for a one-night-only Somm Showdown: Sake vs. Wine.   

Fighting out of the Neb corner, our very own GM, Claire Hansen, steps into the ring with a knockout lineup of exceptional wines. And in the opposite corner, representing Sake Noir, acclaimed sake specialist Quan Liang, whose passion and expertise have made her one of Seattle's leading voices in sake. It's wine versus sake in a battle for your taste buds—let the Showdown begin! 

Chef Jesse has crafted courses that blend classic Italian dishes with elements of Japanese cuisine, where each course is expertly paired with a curated selection of sake and wine.   

Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast, a devoted sake fan, or simply love a memorable dining experience, this interactive pairing dinner promises a delicious deep dive into flavor, craftsmanship, and friendly competition. 

The Menu & Pairings

Yuzu cherries, burrata, shiso 
Aumont Shuzo "Wild Flowers" Junmai
VS.
Suavia Soave Veneto, 2023 

Milk braised pork gyoza, white miso butter 
Haginishiki "Tochi no Uta" Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu
VS.
Peter Zemmer Vernatsch Schiava, Alto Adige 2025 

Chicken parmesan, S and B curry 
Iwanoi "Fishing Vessel" Yamahai Junmai Ginjo Nakagumi Muroka Nama
VS.
Cleto Chiarli Centenario Lambrusco Amabile, Emilia-Romagna  

Matcha tiramisu 
Joto Yuzu Sake
VS.
Feudo Montoni Passito Bianco, Sicilia 

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