The flavor of mandarin orange in wine of Thessalia

Discover the of Thessalia wines revealing the of mandarin orange flavor during the olphactive analysis (nose) and during the gustative analysis (mouth).

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The wine region of Thessalia of Greece. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Dougos or the Domaine Thymiopoulos produce mainly wines white, red and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Thessalia are Assyrtiko, Xinomavro and Cabernet-Sauvignon, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Thessalia often reveals types of flavors of cherry, red fruit or savory and sometimes also flavors of non oak, earth or microbio.

In the mouth of Thessalia is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins. We currently count 19 estates and châteaux in the of Thessalia, producing 69 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Thessalia go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food.

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