Greek Grapes
Agiorgitiko
Agiorgitiko is the most planted red wine grape in Greece.
Agiorgitiko (St George's Grape) is probably named after a chapel near Nemea.
The best Agiorgitiko wines are the full-bodied reds from Nemea.
Agiorgitiko Flavors
Black Fruit flavors are typical for Agiorgitiko, with hints of Licorice, Herbs and Spices.
 Raspberry |
 Blackberry |
 Black Cherry |
 Plum |
 Licorice |
 Herbs |
 Pepper |
 Spices |
Oak added Flavors
 Oak |
 Coffee |
 Leather |
 Chocolate |
Agiorgitiko Profile
Agiorgitiko tends to be full Bodied with high Tannins and high Acidity:
| BODY: | Full |
| TANNINS: | High |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | Medium |
| ALCOHOL: | 13-14% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 17-18°C (63-64°F) |
Agiorgitiko Food Pairing
Agiorgitiko needs rich food to match the rich tannins.
 Salami |
 Ham |
 Rich Stew |
 Chili |
 Rich Pizza |
 Hamburger |
 Lamb |
 Pork |
 Rabbit |
 wild Boar |
 Deer |
 BBQ |
Excellent Pairings
Tomato Sauces. Rich Pizza.
Rich Meat. Barbecue. Hamburger.
Smoked Pork. Lamb Roast.
Lamb Stew. Rabbit Stew.
Chili con Carne. Roasted Mushrooms.
Greece Specialities
Stifatho. (Veal Stew with Onions).
Baked vegetables.
The Ideal Glass for Agiorgitiko
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
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Wine Region Peloponnese
Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
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Soil |
Climate |
Fertile Sandy-Loam. |
Mediterranean |
Peloponnese PDO Regions
Peloponnese (South Greece) has 3 PDO regions:
- PDO Nemea (1971)
- PDO Mantinia (1971)
- PDO Patra (1972)
PDO Nemea (ΠΟΠ Νεμέα)
Nemea is producing some of Greece's finest red wines.
Often called the "Bordeaux of Greece", Nemea produces rich, fruit-forward reds from Agiorgitiko, one of Greece’s most popular grape varieties, known for its deep red color, robust tannins, and rich flavors of red fruits and spices.
PDO requirements:
Dry Reds from 100% Agiorgitiko.
Semi-Sweet Reds from 100% Agiorgitiko.
Fortified Reds from 100% Agiorgitiko.
Sweet Reds (from 100% dried Agiorgitiko grapes).
PDO Mantinia (ΠΟΠ Μαντινεία)
Located in the cool, mountainous Peloponnese, Mantinia is known for Moschofilero, a pink-skinned grape producing aromatic, floral white wines. These wines are typically light, refreshing, and aromatic, with hints of rose petal and citrus, making them versatile with a variety of dishes.
PDO requirements:
Dry whites from min 85% Moschofilero + Asproudes.
Sparkling wines from min 85% Moschofilero + Asproudes.
PDO Patra (ΠΟΠ Πάτρα)
PDO requirements:
Dry Whites from 100% Roditis.
Medium-Dry Whites from 100% Roditis.
Medium-Sweet Whites from 100% Roditis.