Tsantali Nemea Reserve

January 25, 2012 / by admin / Make A Comment / Filed under Featured Items on Home Page, Greek Red Wines, Wine & Spirits

Location: Nemea, the most renowned wine region of Peloponnese, Southern Greece
Soil: Limestone
Climate: The climate is typical Mediterranean, with mild winters, light rain and hot summers with ample sunshine
Varietal composition: Agiorgitiko, Saint George Grape
Classification: Nemea Protected Designation of Origin
Vinification techniques: The classic vinification for red wines, the grape skins remain with the must for 5 days at controlled temperature.
Ageing: At least three years in oak and in bottles.
Character: A ruby red wine with a rich body, soft tannins and the characteristic red fruit aromas of the variety (cherry, plum, fruits of the forest) and cloves.
Serving suggestions: Its soft and full taste make it an ideal accompaniment to fillet steak. It also harmoniously complements sweet-tasting or sweet & sour dishes, such as stuffed turkey and veal in tomato sauce. It works well with all kinds of pasta, especially in white sauces. Also delicious with a selection of cheeses, such as Kasseri, Graviera, Regatto and Parmesan – or Niko’s Saganaki Flaming Cheese Appetizer.

Info Source: http://www.tsantali.gr/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=197%3Aotoposroze&catid=29&yt_color=winered&Itemid=41&lang=en