Winemaker Notes
Magoutes Moschomavro is a unique and special medium-bodied red coming from the high elevation appellation of Siatista in Northern Greece. The aromatics are a perfect mix of fresh red fruits and dried herbs. The palate is smooth and elegant, with soft tannins and bright acidity.
It’s the ideal wine to pair with a cheese and meat board or fish. It’s also lovely with a slight chill on a warm day.
Beyond the usual suspects, there are hundreds of red grape varieties grown throughout the world. Some are indigenous specialties capable of producing excellent single varietal wines, while others are better suited for use as blending grapes. Each has its own distinct viticultural characteristics, as well as aroma and flavor profiles, offering much to be discovered by the curious wine lover. In particular, Portugal and Italy are known for having a multitude of unique varieties but they can really be found in any region.
As one of the few continental-climate, mountainous growing areas of Greece, Macedonia produces notable, high-quality red wines. Xinomavro is its star variety, capable of making a spicy and age-worthy red.