Winery LacovinoΦιλοσοφία Μονεμβασιά - Κυδωνίτσα (Monemvasia - Kydonitsa)
White wine
This wine generally goes well with
The Φιλοσοφία Μονεμβασιά - Κυδωνίτσα (Monemvasia - Kydonitsa) of the Winery Lacovino is in the top 5 of wines of Lakonia.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Φιλοσοφία Μονεμβασιά - Κυδωνίτσα (Monemvasia - Kydonitsa) of Winery Lacovino in the region of Peloponnesos often reveals types of flavors of earth, tree fruit or spices and sometimes also flavors of citrus fruit, floral or tropical fruit.
Details and technical informations about Winery Lacovino's Φιλοσοφία Μονεμβασιά - Κυδωνίτσα (Monemvasia - Kydonitsa).
Discover the grape variety: Etraire de la Dui
Etraire de la Dui is a black grape variety, originating from the department of Isère. It is so similar to the Persian that many people have difficulty differentiating between them. This resemblance has earned it the nickname "gros persan". This grape variety is now in danger of extinction. It is only cultivated on 10ha. The leaves of the Dui are large and have convex teeth. Its bunches and berries are generally large. A vigorous variety, it is quite productive and prefers a short pruning. This plant appreciates deep, clay-limestone soils. With an average budburst, it reaches maturity in the second half of the year. It fears winter frosts and is susceptible to shattering, especially when fully ripe. On the other hand, it defends itself well against powdery mildew and grey rot. This variety produces concentrated, colorful and tannic wines. Some of them are astringent when the grape variety is too ripe.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Φιλοσοφία Μονεμβασιά - Κυδωνίτσα (Monemvasia - Kydonitsa) from Winery Lacovino are 2019, 2016, 2018, 0 and 2017.
Informations about the Winery Lacovino
The Winery Lacovino is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 9 wines for sale in the of Lakonia to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Lakonia
The wine region of Lakonia is located in the region of Peloponnesos of Greece. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Sigalas or the Domaine Monemvasia produce mainly wines white, red and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Lakonia are Assyrtiko, Agiorgitiko and Cabernet-Sauvignon, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Lakonia often reveals types of flavors of cherry, apples or tropical fruit and sometimes also flavors of floral, citrus fruit or tree fruit.
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: Aranean
The underside of a grape leaf blade covered with tiny hairs distributed in a web-like pattern.
