Agiorgitiko Wines
Color: Red
Types of wines: Red, Rose, Dessert
Origin: PDO Nemea
Other Regions:Attika, Macedonia and the rest of Peloponnese
Typical taste profile: Soft, fruity, and sometimes spicy with notes of plum
Description: Agiorgitiko, often hailed as the noblest grape variety of the Peloponnese region, holds a significant place in Greek viticulture. Originating primarily from Nemea, this red grape variety has expanded its cultivation to other parts of Greece, including Attika and Macedonia. It's a multidynamic grape, capable of producing not just red wines but also rosés and even concentrated dessert wines.
The wines produced from Agiorgitiko are deeply red in color, usually soft and fruity and often high in alcohol content, ranging between 11.5–13.5% ABV. Agiorgitiko wines possess a rich structure, filled with tannins and medium acidity, making them both flavorful and complex. Some even carry subtle flavors of spices including nutmeg and cinnamon, adding an extra layer of complexity.
When it comes to aging, Agiorgitiko wines offer flexibility. Young reds, characterized by a moderately deep purple-red hue and intense aromas of fresh red fruits, can be enjoyed almost immediately. Those matured in oak barrels for a short time have the potential to age in the bottle for up to five years. They combine the grape's juicy fruitiness with good levels of freshness and complexity. For those looking for long-term aging, some wines are matured for several months in oak barrels, gaining a firm tannic structure and revealing complex aromas of red fruits, sweet spices and even chocolate.
Agiorgitiko wines are not just about taste; they're also about the experience. They are best served in oversized glasses at temperatures between 60–68°F. If you're planning to store them, know that they can be cellared for over 10 years. When it comes to food pairing, these wines are incredibly versatile. They go wonderfully with a range of dishes, from roasted meats and tomato sauces to spiced cuisines from the Middle East to India.
In summary, Agiorgitiko is more than just a grape variety; it's a symbol of Greek wine culture, offering a range of styles and experiences for both the casual drinker and the wine connoisseur.
Types of wines: Red, Rose, Dessert
Origin: PDO Nemea
Other Regions:Attika, Macedonia and the rest of Peloponnese
Typical taste profile: Soft, fruity, and sometimes spicy with notes of plum
Description: Agiorgitiko, often hailed as the noblest grape variety of the Peloponnese region, holds a significant place in Greek viticulture. Originating primarily from Nemea, this red grape variety has expanded its cultivation to other parts of Greece, including Attika and Macedonia. It's a multidynamic grape, capable of producing not just red wines but also rosés and even concentrated dessert wines.
The wines produced from Agiorgitiko are deeply red in color, usually soft and fruity and often high in alcohol content, ranging between 11.5–13.5% ABV. Agiorgitiko wines possess a rich structure, filled with tannins and medium acidity, making them both flavorful and complex. Some even carry subtle flavors of spices including nutmeg and cinnamon, adding an extra layer of complexity.
When it comes to aging, Agiorgitiko wines offer flexibility. Young reds, characterized by a moderately deep purple-red hue and intense aromas of fresh red fruits, can be enjoyed almost immediately. Those matured in oak barrels for a short time have the potential to age in the bottle for up to five years. They combine the grape's juicy fruitiness with good levels of freshness and complexity. For those looking for long-term aging, some wines are matured for several months in oak barrels, gaining a firm tannic structure and revealing complex aromas of red fruits, sweet spices and even chocolate.
Agiorgitiko wines are not just about taste; they're also about the experience. They are best served in oversized glasses at temperatures between 60–68°F. If you're planning to store them, know that they can be cellared for over 10 years. When it comes to food pairing, these wines are incredibly versatile. They go wonderfully with a range of dishes, from roasted meats and tomato sauces to spiced cuisines from the Middle East to India.
In summary, Agiorgitiko is more than just a grape variety; it's a symbol of Greek wine culture, offering a range of styles and experiences for both the casual drinker and the wine connoisseur.
In the glass the colour is bright ruby with purple highlights. On the nose we find aromas of red cherries, strawberries, forest fruits and sour cherries. In the mouth the body is medium, with fine tannins, lively acidity and a pleasant aftertaste...
8.20€ 9.18€
Ex Tax:6.61€
The label "HETA" from Bizios Estate is a Premium Single Vineyard Nemea from selected 40-year-old vines and an altitude of 900 meters in Asprokambos. The choice of "H" comes from the initial of the word "Hekaton" which in the acrophonic numbering system symbolizes 100, a number that in a modern compe..
113.30€
Ex Tax:91.37€
Tetramythos winery dynamic entrance in the field of natural organic wines is quite impressive.This wine comes from privately owned vines in a vineyard at 715 m. It is mainly rocky soil with a north exposure that gives a cool wine character. Classical red vinification with "natural" protocol that sta..
13.20€ 13.64€
Ex Tax:10.65€
Deep purple color. Rich cherry aroma with notes of vanilla cedar and spices. Mouth exuberant with good and pleasant tannins. Long-lasting aftertaste where perfumes make their appearance. A very successful version of the Aghiorghitiko variety, outside Nemea...
19.80€
Ex Tax:15.97€
From 100-year-old vineyard, the Rosé Idylle has a bright and soft rose color that captures the look and reminds of the rosé wines of Provence. In the nose it impresses with a refined fragrant composition with notes of rose, while in the mouth is easy to drink, cool, with nice acidity and savory inte..
14.10€ 17.20€
Ex Tax:11.37€
Delicious, pale salmon color in the style of the cotes de Provence wines. Nose full of floral aromas, with notes of citrus and freshly cut summer fruit. Full mouth feel with quite good acidity that stimulates, rounded subtle sweetness and long, delicate aftertaste with spicy details...
17.20€ 17.70€
Ex Tax:13.87€
Nemea Old Vines is an ultra premium 100% Agiorgitiko by Mitravelas winery, from 2 very oldvineyards (over 55-60 years).In the glass we will find a block buster wine that traces the concentration limits of the variety. We also find great aromatic and taste complexity, with red fruits like cherries, b..
59.50€ 62.00€
Ex Tax:47.98€
A fresh, dark red wine that without the barrel influence, is characterized by delicate notes of spices and fresh shades of cherry jam and cherry. Medium density mouthfeel, round and youthful, with soft tannins. Fruity aftertaste of moderate duration. Must be served slightly cool!..
10.00€ 10.17€
Ex Tax:8.06€
The great Nemea by Zacharias winery comes from old vineyards and stands out as one of the strongest expressions of the Agiorgitiko variety. Deep red in the glass, complex nose with aromas of red fruit, vanilla, coffee, with a scent of eucalyptus and green pepper to follow. Fleshy and rich on the pal..
13.40€ 13.60€
Ex Tax:10.81€
In the glass we find a bright rose color. In the aromatic character there are red fruits, flowers and citrus peels. In the mouth, the body is medium, with lively acidity that balances with the few sugars and leads us to a pleasant aftertaste...
9.70€
Ex Tax:7.82€
Crossroads is a blend of two velvety red varieties and the purpose of the Strofilia Estate is multidimensional: rich-tasting wines and aromas, with respect to the vine, the raw material and the environment. Stavrodromi is cultivated in Asprokampos vineyard and has aged for 8 months in French oak.Car..
11.50€
Ex Tax:9.27€
Complex aromatic character, starring the candied fruits, caramel, spicy black fruits and spices. Mouth round and aromatic, with delicious acidity and fine tannins...
11.60€ 12.15€
Ex Tax:9.35€