Château Léoville Barton 2018
Saint-Julien, Bordeaux • splurge
Blackcurrant, graphite, and cedar with firm tannins and long finish.
Greek Moussaka
baked • comfort food • savory
Also known as: moussaka, eggplant moussaka
About the Dish
Greek Moussaka is a greek baked that leans on baked, comfort food, savory. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the baked feel intact while adding lift from Left Bank Bordeaux Blend.
Top Pour: Left Bank Bordeaux Blend
Savory tannins handle lamb richness while cedar notes echo baked spices.
Body: fullAcidity: mediumTannin: highSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Tannin binds with beef fat and puff pastry butter without drying out.
- Savory cedar notes mirror mushroom duxelles and roasted herbs.
Signature aromas
blackcurrantgraphitecedar
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Tannin binds with beef fat and puff pastry butter without drying out.
- Savory cedar notes mirror mushroom duxelles and roasted herbs.
- Avoid: sweet white blends, thin pinot grigio.
Solid Alternates
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FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Greek Moussaka?
- Left Bank Bordeaux Blend is our first pour because Savory tannins handle lamb richness while cedar notes echo baked spices..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Greek Moussaka?
- If Left Bank Bordeaux Blend is out of reach, grab Rioja Reserva Tempranillo—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Greek Moussaka?
- Skip styles like sweet white blends, thin pinot grigio—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Greek Moussaka?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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