SOFOS-RED
SOFOS - “The Wise Old Man”
Winemaker: Domaine Gioulis, Klimenti,
Greece
Appellation: Korinthos Protected
Geographical Indication
Varietal(s): Cabernet Sauvignon 50% -
Agiorgitiko 50%
Production Area: 10
hectares
Yield per Vine & Hectare: 50
hl/ha
The Agiorgitiko vineyard is located in Klementi
village which is neighboring with Nemea P.D.O., the largest red
appellation of Greece, home of the Agiorgitiko grape.
The vineyard has a south-west orientation and
the altitude of 800 metres.
The Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard is located on
the slopes opposite of the village of Klimenti. It has a northeast
orientation and an altitude of 850 metres.
The soil is calcareous clay for both
vineyards.
Yield per Vine & Hectare: 50
hl/ha
Training system: normal classical two
sided royat (2,40x1), allowing optimal sun and air
permeation
Vinification : the alcoholic
fermentation takes place and the Cabernet Sauvignon ages for
6months in French oak casks. The blending of the varieties takes
place after thefermentation.
Analytical Data: 12 vol%, 5,5 acidity,
residual reductive sugars <1, acetic
acid<0,5
Ageing: for about 20 months in steel
tanks to keep the flovors fresh
Tasting notes: Red ruby color with
violet hues. The nose has aromas of matureblackberries, raspberries
and sweet spices. The palate has a well balanced acidity pepper and
hints of black chocolate.
"The red SOFOS has a deep ruby colour with
aromas of plum, sour cherry and hints of truffle and oak. In the
palate we found medium plus acidity, soft tannins and a great
complexity of flavours such as dried plum, raisin and notes of wet
leaves and tobacco.It is a quality red wine which is ready to drink
but also with a good potential of ageing.It combines the spicy and
fruity aromas of the indigenous Agiorgitiko with the structure and
the complexity of the famous Cabernet Sauvignon." - Konstantinos
Lazarakis
Enjoy with: roasted beef, duck or a
spicy pasta dishes
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