Winery CalligaAgiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο)
Red wine
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with beef, veal or game (deer, venison).
Taste structure of the Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο) from the Winery Calliga
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο) of Winery Calliga in the region of Peloponnesos is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο) of Winery Calliga in the region of Peloponnesos often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of red fruit, black fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο)
Pairings that work perfectly with Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο)
Original food and wine pairings with Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο)
The Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο) of Winery Calliga matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of beef tongue with pickle sauce, saddle of lamb with herbs or potjevleesch.
Details and technical informations about Winery Calliga's Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο).
Discover the grape variety: Agiorgitiko
It is very old in Greece, most certainly originating from the Aegean islands of Santorini(i) to be precise, where it is still the second black variety cultivated today. It is found in Canada (Quebec), in France it is practically unknown, although it is registered in the Official Catalogue of wine grape varieties, list A1.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Agiorgitiko (Αγιωργίτικο) from Winery Calliga are 2015, 2016, 2009, 0 and 2012.
Informations about the Winery Calliga
The Winery Calliga is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 20 wines for sale in the of Nemea to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Nemea
The wine region of Nemea is located in the region of Argolida of Peloponnesos of Greece. Wineries and vineyards like the Aivalis Winery or the Domaine Papaioannou (Παπαϊωάννου) produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Nemea are Agiorgitiko, Moschofilero and Assyrtiko, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Nemea often reveals types of flavors of cherry, prune or cream and sometimes also flavors of oregano, almonds or mint.
The wine 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.
The word of the wine: Malvasia
Name given locally to various grape varieties, notably pinot gris (Pays nantais) and vermentino (Provence and Corsica).
