Domaine Skouras Νemea Agiorgitiko 750ml (2021), Red Dry

Τasting Characteristics

The color is bright, clean, deep ruby color. On the nose it has depth, strength and density. The aromatic character is focused on red fruits – sour cherries, blueberries, red cherries – along with spice, aromatic herbs and a touch of minerality. On the palate it is medium to full bodied with interesting acidity and very high quality tannins, while aromas of red fruits, earth and metal together with tobacco and spices dominate. The aftertaste is long, complex with constant evolution.

Variety Composition

Αgiorgitiko 100%

Vineyard

Mountainous Corinth at an altitude of 650m.

Vinification – Maturation

Alcoholic fermentation and extraction in stainless steel vats at 23?C. Total extraction time 12 days. Full malolactic fermentation in barriques. Maturation in second-hand French barriques for 12 months. The wine matured in bottle for a further 2 months in the cellar.

Ηarmony

It pairs well with dishes of Mediterranean and Greek cuisine, cooked meat with rich sauces, lamb, yellow cheeses, pasta with red sauces and pizzas.

Best Served at

16 - 18°C