Old Vine Agiorgitiko Cabernet Sauvignon Megas Oenos
- Red
- Agiorghitiko (80%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%)
Vinification & Aging
Alcoholic fermentation and extraction in stainless steel vats at 23˚C. Post fermentation extraction at 20˚C. Total extraction time: Agiorghitiko: 17 days. Cabernet Sauvignon: 15 days. Full malolactic fermentation in barriques.
Maturation in new French barriques for 18 months, 4 of which in the presence of light lees. The wine is matured in bottle for a further 6 months in the cellar.
Ecosystems
The vineyards are located in the Nemea region of Peloponnese. Vines are planted at high elevation on rocky soils for both Agiorghitiko and Cabernet Sauvignon. Vines are stressed and dry farmed so the root systems reach deep into the soils to find nutrients.
Tasting Notes
Intense deep garnet color with violet highlights. The nose has depth, concentration, complexity, but also finesse. Aromas of red and black fruits. Such as raspberry and cherry, blueberry, and blackberry along with spices, tobacco, and leather notes. On the palate it is silky but robust with gentle tannins and balanced acidity, the aromas of red and black fruits, cloves, black pepper, and a touch of herbs stand out. Long aftertaste with great complexity.