Wines made from Moschofilero grapes of Peloponnesos
Discover the best wines made with Moschofilero as a single variety or as a blend of Peloponnesos.
More informations about the variety Moschofilero
A very old variety cultivated in Greece, even today, especially in the Peloponnese region. It belongs to a large family called fileri or phileri, and the differences between the clones are sometimes quite marked. In France, it is almost unknown - however, it is registered in the Official Catalogue of wine grape varieties, list A1 - and plantations have been attempted in the United States, ... .
More informations about the region of Peloponnesos
The Peloponnese Peninsula (Peloponnesus) is a large landform on the southern edge of continental Greece. Covered in mountains, rugged plateaus and valleys, the area has an abundance of mesoClimates and terroirs suitable for premium viticulture. Native Grape varieties such as Agiorgitiko, Moschofilero and Mavrodaphne are planted throughout the peninsula. They produce everything from fresh, minerally white wines to Rich, ageworthy reds.
What are the typical flavors of the Moschofilero grape variety?
- Citrus fruitPresent in 48% of Moschofilero
- Tree fruitPresent in 44% of Moschofilero
- EarthPresent in 35% of Moschofilero
- FloralPresent in 28% of Moschofilero
- Tropical fruitPresent in 24% of Moschofilero
- MicrobioPresent in 22% of Moschofilero
- SpicesPresent in 17% of Moschofilero
- VegetalPresent in 14% of Moschofilero
- OakPresent in 14% of Moschofilero
- Red fruitPresent in 12% of Moschofilero
- Non oakPresent in 10% of Moschofilero
- PearPresent in 8% of Moschofilero
- CitrusPresent in 8% of Moschofilero
- LimePresent in 7% of Moschofilero
- LemonPresent in 7% of Moschofilero
- TropicalPresent in 7% of Moschofilero
- GrapefruitPresent in 7% of Moschofilero
- ApplesPresent in 7% of Moschofilero
- MineralityPresent in 7% of Moschofilero
- Green applePresent in 6% of Moschofilero
News about the grape variety Moschofilero
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