What to drink with a moussaka?
Moussaka is a meat gratin main dish very often eaten in summer and of Greek origin . This recipe that we like to taste in summer is very famous and requires many Mediterranean ingredients. To treat yourself to a real taste pleasure , it is highly recommended to accompany it with good wine . What wine could be enjoyed with a moussaka? We tell you all about the wine and moussaka pairing .
What to drink with your moussaka?
A red wine
It is always advisable to pair a dish with a wine from its region of origin . A Greek or Rhone red will be perfect to accompany a moussaka. However, a red wine with aromas that are too assertive or woody from aging cannot accommodate this recipe wonderfully. Conversely, dry red wines are excellent to accompany your meal.
Out of the question to associate it with this voluminous and greasy dish. In addition, its salty and sweet side would fade in the face of a chilled red wine . So prefer wines with a strong astringency that leave a dry mouth, which will bring out the flavors of your fatty and tasty dish typical of Lebanon. Do not hesitate to opt for red wines based on Syrah and Grenache, which will recall the spicy side of moussaka. Here are some ideal names that you can associate with your moussaka.
- Languedoc hillsides
The AOC Coteaux du Languedoc extends over three departments, namely Aude, Hérault and Gard, from Narbonne to the gates of Nîmes and from the Camargue to the Cévennes. The rosés are made from the Carignan, Grenache noir, Cinsault and Syrah grape varieties. These wines are supple, fruit perfect to accompany a moussaka, this main dish gratin of moussaka meat.
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- Heritage
The AOC Patrimonio covers an area of approximately 400 ha. The vineyard is located around the Gulf of Saint-Florent and on the beginnings of the Versant de Nébio. The vines adapt perfectly to clay-limestone soils, which provides a good quality wine. The red wines are powerful, because they come from Niellucio. These are reminiscent of the taste of vanilla and spice, excellent for recalling the savory side of your gluttony.
- Cotes du Rhone
It is a controlled designation of origin produced on the right bank of the Rhône, more precisely between Vienne and Avignon. This appellation corresponds to the vineyards of the Rhône Valley . The red fruit aromas of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are ideal for serving or drinking with your moussaka . The wines of this appellation are the fruit of the know-how and experience of independent winegrowers .
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- Côtes-du-Rhône Village
The red wines of the Côtes du Rhône village are excellent to accompany your typical Lebanese recipe. These are quality wines that offer elegance on the palate with fine and full-bodied aromas . With good aging potential, they will offer a warm welcome to your moussaka.
- Bordeaux
It is a red wine made from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon . Their pronounced note of red fruits goes very well with the eggplants and tomato of your moussaka.
A rosé wine
If you are on the rosé side, opt for dry and full-bodied wines rather than fresh wines. A vinous and fleshy rosé wine can be adapted to this recipe, provided it is made from Syrah and Grenache. It guarantees a perfect balance with the honeyed taste of this dish. Indeed, the meaty side of the wine offers a feeling of fullness and density on the palate, which brings out the flavor of the tomato and the moussaka meat gratin.
In addition, its note of pepper and spice will go very well with the pronounced taste of moussaka while its fruity aroma brings a little lightness to eggplants full of olive oils. Whether the maceration of your rosé wine is partial or total, you have nothing to worry about. A few rosé appellations to accompany your menu.
- Côtes du Rhône rosé
Rosé wines represent 7% of the vineyard. It is a controlled designation of origin. It offers a blend of Grenache and Syrah flavors to enhance the flavor of Mediterranean dishes such as moussaka.
- tavel
Located between Orange and Avignon, Tavel is the only AOC of the Côtes du Rhône. There, only rosé wines are produced and all are made from Grenache. It goes without saying that these wines are known for their aromatic power. Their notes of red fruits and spices recall the flavors of moussaka.
- Côtes de Provence rosé
With direct pressing , cold maceration and saignée vinification , the Côtes de Provence rosé is ideal to drink with a moussaka. To the eye, we are faced with a wine of pale pink, frank pink, salmon pink or peony color. The nose offers a flinty flavor and balsamic aroma.
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White wine
Contrary to popular belief, moussaka can go very well with a white wine. However, you must choose a dry and full-bodied wine, which will break the acid side of your typical Mediterranean summer dish.
You can therefore opt for a Bellet, a Côte de Provence in white and a Côte du Rhône in white. Note that PinotBleu is the reference site focused on the sale of wine made from organic grapes . Adopt a responsible diet by choosing the organic wines offered by the online organic wine sales platform .
