COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Xinomavro, Mavrotragano, Syrah
PRODUCER
Moschopolis Winery
REGION
Thessaloniki
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Moschopolis Aiόra Red 2022 is a red wine from Thessaloniki, Greece, produced by Moschopolis Winery. It is a blend of Xinomavro, Mavrotragano, and Syrah grapes. Founded in 2016 by Dr. Giorgos Germanis, the winery is located in Monopigado, Thessaloniki, at an altitude of 1000-1600 feet. Moschopolis Winery focuses on producing terroir-driven wines with minimal intervention, utilizing indigenous yeasts and bottling without filtering. Their vineyards are sustainably managed with innovative farming techniques. The wine's unique character is shaped by this blend of indigenous and international grapes and the winery's dedication to natural winemaking practices.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated at a significant altitude, between 1000-1600 feet.
Fact 02
The winery was founded by a seasoned viticulturist with decades of experience.
Fact 03
Grapes are intentionally hung high on the vine for improved ventilation.
Fact 04
Minimal sulfite addition is a hallmark of their winemaking.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Moschopolis Aiόra Red 2022 is produced using grapes from sustainably managed vineyards in Thessaloniki. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. The winery employs a philosophy of minimal intervention, utilizing indigenous yeasts and bottling the wine unfiltered with very low sulfite additions. Innovative farming techniques are used in the vineyards, such as hanging grapes high for ventilation and employing double loose tendril pruning. While specific aging details for the 2022 vintage are not available, the winery has previously used Cretan clay amphoras for aging.
