COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Mavrotragano, Syrah
PRODUCER
Moschopolis Winery
REGION
Macedonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Moschópolis 18 Mavrotragano Syrah 2019 is a dry red wine from Moschopolis Winery in Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece. It is a blend of the indigenous Mavrotragano and Syrah grape varieties. The winery, founded by Dr. George Germanis and his family in 2016, focuses on expressing the terroir of Northern Greece through a combination of tradition and innovation. The vineyard is situated at a high altitude, contributing to the wine's character. The '18' in the wine's name is indicative of its 18-month aging period in French oak barrels.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The '18' in the name likely refers to 18 months of French oak aging.
Fact 02
Moschopolis Winery aims for carbon neutrality by 2025.
Fact 03
Vineyards are located at altitudes between 300-480 meters.
Fact 04
Grapes are grown with minimal intervention and low yields.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Moschópolis 18 Mavrotragano Syrah 2019 is produced using indigenous yeasts for fermentation in stainless steel tanks with temperature control. The wine undergoes an 18-month maturation period in second-use French oak barrels, followed by an additional 6 months of bottle aging. Viticultural practices are described as innovative and sustainable, with a focus on organic and regenerative methods. Vineyards are managed with low yields, and grapes are grown with ample ventilation. Pruning techniques include double loose tendril pruning, with minimal interventions and occasional green harvesting.
