Alexandrouli
Red wine grape variety
Alexandrouli — red wine grape variety with signature aromas of red cherry, damson, violet. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol. Sensium blind-tasting coach reference.
Structural pillars
AcidityMedium(+)
TanninLow
BodyMedium
AlcoholMedium
Color intensityMedium
Aromatic intensityMedium(+)
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on fragrant red-fruit character with floral tones and supple texture.
- Check tannin remains low while acidity keeps the palate energetic.
Confidence signals
- Cherry-plum floral profile
- Medium-plus acidity with low tannin and medium body
Aromas
Signature
red cherrydamsonviolet
Common
wild strawberryroselight spice
Occasional
herbal note
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Racha · Racha-Lechkhumi · Ambrolauri
- Classic styles: Fragrant Racha red for dry and naturally sweet styles · Medium-bodied red with soft tannin and juicy acidity
- Style examples: Khvanchkara blend component · Dry Racha Alexandrouli
Common questions
- Is Alexandrouli a red or white grape variety?
- Alexandrouli is a red wine grape variety. Sensium documents its structure, aromas, and confusion signals for blind tasting.
- What does Alexandrouli smell and taste like?
- Signature aromas of Alexandrouli include red cherry, damson and violet. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Low tannin, Medium alcohol.
- What is Alexandrouli most often confused with in blind tasting?
- Alexandrouli is most commonly confused with Pinot Noir, Saperavi and Mujuretuli. Sensium's Compare view leads with the decisive cues that resolve each call.
- Where is Alexandrouli grown?
- Classic regions for Alexandrouli include Racha, Racha-Lechkhumi and Ambrolauri.