Mavrotragano (Greece)
Mavrotragano is an iconic red grape from the island of Santorini.
Mavrotragano Flavors
Mavrotragano wines have an interesting aromatic personality with aromas of ripe fruit (cherry and plum), notes of leather, pepper and coffee, and a distinct mineral character.
 Black Cherry |
 Plum |
 Blackberry |
 Mineral |
Flavors from Maturation and Aging
 Vanilla |
 Pepper |
 Leather |
 Coffee |
Mavrotragano Profile
Mavrotragano wines are typically fruity and full-bodied, with high tannins and good acidity. A rich body and tannins compose a charming palette with a long aftertaste of fruit:
| SUGAR: | Dry (3 g/l) |
| BODY: | Full |
| TANNINS: | High |
| FRUIT: | Medium - High |
| ACIDITY: | Medium Plus |
| ALCOHOL: | 13% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 16-18°C (61-64°F) |
Mavrotragano Food Pairing
Mavrotragano 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 Mavrotragano
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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. |
