Domaine Skouras Megas Oenos 750ml (2018), Red Dry

Τasting Characteristics

Intense deep garnet color with violet highlights. The nose has depth, concentration, complexity, but also finesse. Aromas of red and black fruits. Such as raspberry and cherry, blueberry and blackberry along with spices, tobacco and leather notes. On the palate it is silky but robust with gentle tannins and balanced acidity, the aromas of red and black fruits, cloves, black pepper and a touch of herbs stand out. Long aftertaste with great complexity.

Variety Composition

Αgiorgitiko 80%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%

Vineyard

Agiorgitiko comes from a vineyard in Gymno, Nemea at a height of 700m. While Cabernet Sauvignon from a vineyard in Mountainous Corinth at a height of 700m.

Vinification – Maturation

Alcoholic fermentation and extraction in stainless steel vats at 23?C. Post fermentation extraction at 20?C. Total extraction time: Agiorgitiko: 25 days. Cabernet Sauvignon: 20 days. Full malolactic fermentation in barriques. Maturation in new French barriques for 18 months, 4 of which in the presence of light lees. The wine matured in bottle for a further 6 months in the cellar.

Ηarmony

It pairs well with game, poultry cooked with wine sauce, red and white grilled meats.

Best Served at

16 - 18°C