All About Aleksandrouli

Appearance

  • Color: Ruby to medium red
  • Opacity: Medium clarity, slightly transparent

Aroma

  • Primary Aromas: Red cherry, raspberry, strawberry
  • Secondary Aromas: Floral notes (violet, rose), light spice
  • Tertiary Aromas: Dried fruit, earthy undertones (more noticeable with age or in barrel-aged versions)

Flavor Profile

  • Fruit Flavors: Red berries like cherry, raspberry, and strawberry
  • Other Flavors: Floral hints, light spice, and earthy notes
  • Oak Influence: Minimal in traditional production, but light oak influence in some barrel-aged versions, adding subtle vanilla and toast notes

Structure

  • Body: Light to medium-bodied
  • Tannins: Low to moderate, giving it a smooth and soft texture
  • Acidity: High, contributing to the wine’s freshness and balance
  • Alcohol: Typically 11-12.5%, moderate

Pairings for Aleksandrouli

Grilled Lamb

Grilled lamb is a flavorful and robust dish, often seasoned with herbs like rosemary and thyme, bringing out its natural richness and slight gaminess. The char from grilling adds a smoky depth, making it a perfect candidate for pairing with bold, full-bodied wines. Lamb’s rich fat content and savory flavor are complemented by wines with firm tannins and good acidity, which can cut through the meat’s richness and elevate its complexity. Choosing the right wine for grilled lamb enhances both the dish and the dining experience, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

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Aged Cheeses

Aged cheeses, such as Parmigiano-Reggiano, Cheddar, Gouda, and Manchego, are cheeses that have been matured over several months to years. This aging process enhances their flavor and texture, making them more complex, with nutty, savory, and sometimes sharp profiles. The longer the cheese is aged, the more intense the flavors become, often with crystallized bits that add a delightful crunch. These cheeses lose moisture over time, becoming firmer, and pair beautifully with bold red wines due to their rich, fatty texture.

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Roasted Duck

Roasted duck is a rich, flavorful dish with a gamey taste and a tender texture, often enhanced with fruit-based glazes or savory herb seasonings. The ideal wine pairing for roasted duck depends on the preparation style and accompanying flavors. For duck with a fruit glaze, a Pinot Noir or Riesling complements the sweetness and enhances the dish’s natural flavors. If the duck is prepared with a more savory approach, like with root vegetables, wines with higher tannins and acidity, such as Syrah or Cabernet Sauvignon, provide a good balance to the dish’s richness.

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