Winery KourtakiApelia Red
Red wine
This wine is composed of 100% of the grape variety Shiraz/Syrah.
This wine generally goes well with beef, lamb or mature and hard cheese.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Apelia Red of Winery Kourtaki in the region of Peloponnesos often reveals types of flavors of earth.
Food and wine pairings with Apelia Red
Pairings that work perfectly with Apelia Red
Original food and wine pairings with Apelia Red
The Apelia Red of Winery Kourtaki matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of tibs (ethiopia), lamb tagine with dried apricots or coconut chicken.
Details and technical informations about Winery Kourtaki's Apelia Red.
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 Apelia Red from Winery Kourtaki are 2016, 2013, 2008, 0
Informations about the Winery Kourtaki
The Winery Kourtaki is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 31 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: Amylic
Aroma reminiscent of banana, candy, and sometimes nail polish, particularly present in primeur wines. The amylic taste is reminiscent of the aromas of industrial confectionery and does not reflect a great expression of terroir.
