Muses Estate Μοuhtaro750ml (2022), Red Dry

Τasting Characteristics

Deep purple color, with aromas of ripe red fruits and spices, a full body, mild, silky tannins and a pronounced acidity.

Variety Composition

Μοuchtaro 100%

Vineyard

Muses Valley, on the mountain of Helicon in Central Greece. The climate is characterized by mild, wet winters and dry summers, with long periods of sunshine. The soil is fertile, with mixed composition ranging from sandy loam to clay loam thus offering the possibility of producing wines of exquisite quality and rich aromas. The microclimate of the region is characterized by cold winters and warm summers, while a small river called Permisos contribute to the existence of a mild continental climate. The vineyards are located at an altitude between 450 and 550m and have a slope between 3 and 7%.

Vinification – Maturation

Cold soaking. It must be fermented for twenty days and the wine continues to soak for another ten days. 20% aged in new French oak barrels 225lt and 300lt, medium to medium plus roasting. The remaining 80% in 2 & 3 year old used oak barrels for 12 months. Recommended for long maturation, over 10 years.

Ηarmony

Ideally suited to beef tartar, game, lamb, pasta in red sauce and yellow hard cheese.

Best Served at

16 - 18°C