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PRESS GREECE
December 2009
87 Koutsoyiannopoulos 2008 Santorini White Assyrtico (Santorini);
$19. This is a nicely balanced white with both clean citrus character and complexity. Fruit and acid are in check and on the palate, it offers pronounced fruit with an elegant mineral edge. Imported by Athena Importing Co. —S.K.
87 Protopapas 2008 Chardonnay (Greece); $17.
This elegant Chardonnay distinguishes itself with aromas of white flowers and fresh fruit, followed by a medium-bodied profile of white fruit, minerals and flowers. Balanced and with a clean, dry character, it’s a wine to pair with everything from seafood to richer poultry and pork dishes. Imported by Athena Importing Co. —S.K.
84 Protopapas 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Pageon); $17.
This Greek Sauvignon Blanc is both fruity and dry with a crisp, fresh nose and simply good lemon and spice flavors. Clean with a medium body. A good everyday white for lighter dishes. Imported by Athena
Importing Co. —S.K.
88 Estate Constantin Gofas 2008 Mythic River Sauvignon-Roditis (Korinthia); $15. A blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Roditis, this refreshing white starts with aromas of citrus and peach, followed by crisp flavors of lemon backed by a lively acidity. Rich but clean. Pair with shellfish, meaty white
fish. Imported by Athena Importing Co. —S.K.
85 Dionysos NV White Wine (Greece); $11.
This dry white offers aromatic flowers and citrus on the nose, followed by a spicy, earthy blend of fruit and acid. Crisp but with complexity, it will pair well with salads, seafood. Imported by Athena Importing Co. —S.K.
86 Protopapas 2008 Agioritikos White (Mount Athos); $18.
A spicy, lively nose starts this elegant Greek white. Citrus, apple and some spice flavors on the palate are unfolding but fun. A spicy, clean finish adds to the food-friendly character. Pair with grilled seafood, poultry. Imported by Athena Importing Co. —S.K.
85 Protopapas 2008 Traminer (Pageon); $18. This slightly sweet white starts with a lush nose of flowers, orange marmalade and spice, followed by floral flavors edged with spice and minerals. Not overly complex, but paired with grilled fish or squid, a unique and tasty sip. Imported by Athena Importing Co. —S.K.
CONSTANTIN GOFAS
Sauvignon-Roditis Korinthia Mythic River 2008
Score: 86 Medium-bodied, with good cut to the white fruit flavors, which are accented by citrus and white pepper notes. Offers mineral and spice on the finish. Drink now. 2,000 cases made. –KM |
KOUTSOYIANNOPOULOS
Santorini 2008
Score: 87 Offers a creamy aroma, with flavors to match, joined by plenty of tropical fruit notes. The finish is intense, with exotic spice. Drink now. 4,000 cases made. –KM |
PROTOPAPAS
Chardonnay Pangeon 2008
Score: 85 Ripe style, with apple, pear and buttercream flavors that extend into the finish of nutmeg and clove. Drink now. 2,200 cases made. –KM |
PROTOPAPAS
Sauvignon Blanc Pangeon 2008
Score: 82 A buttery style, with ripe apple flavors and spicy notes on the finish. Drink now. 2,500 cases made. –KM |
PROTOPAPAS
Traminer Greece 2008
Score: 79 Soft, with oyster shell and herbal notes that turn cloying on the finish. 3,000 cases made. –KM |
PROTOPAPAS
Greece Agioritikos White 2008
Score: 77 Rustic white is a touch milky tasting, with some overripe peach flavors. A field blend of Greek varieties with Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. 2,800 cases made. –KM |
Wine & Spirits Magazine - Greece - 2009
Wine Spectator - Greek Wines - 2009
Wine Enthusiast - Greek Wines - 2009
WINE ENTHUSIAST - Loukatos Muscat of Patras
B 86pts $11
Loukatos NV Muscat (Muscat of Patras)
Country: GreeceThis Muscat offers aromas of orange, honey and maple syrup, and a rich array of butterscotch, honey and citrus flavors. Sweet but with a good spicy spin, the wine pairs well with sharp cheeses or desserts
WINE ENTHUSIAST - Mythic River Agiorgitiko
86pts $13
Estate Constantin Gofas 2006 Mythic River Agiorgitiko (Nemea)
Country: Greece
Aged four months in oak, this supple red offers notes of plum, cherry, forest fruit and a touch of smoke on the nose, and on the palate, a medium-bodied array of spicy and rich berry flavors. Balanced acidity and a lingering finish give the wine extra elegance. A good food wine; pair with grilled lamb, steak.
WINE ENTHUSIAST - Mythic River Agiorgitiko
84 $16
Estate Constantin Gofas 2006 Mythic River Agiorgitiko-Syrah Red Blend (Peloponnese)
Country: Greece
A sweetish nose of cherry, plum and berry tinged with spice leads on this pleasant wine from Mythic River, a Syrah and Agiorgitiko blend. On the palate, it’s dry and assertive, displaying flavors of plum, forest fruit and pepper. Simply good and a natural with grilled, spicy meats.
WINE ENTHUSIAST - Mythic River Agiorgitiko
Estate Constantin Gofas 2007 Mythic River Sauvignon-Roditis White Blend (Corinth)
Country: Greece
This Roditis-Sauvignon blend starts with a soft, floral nose of lemon and peach and leads into crisp but rich flavors of citrus and flowers. Simple but a good everyday white, especially with light meals.