MANTEIO RED

The magic of the land of ancient Phocis, where the cultivation of the Argyriou vineyards takes place, emerges from MANTEIO (ORACLE). This is a wine produced from the very local Greek variety Mavroudi and the international one Cabernet Sauvignon.

Protected Geographical Indication Parnassus

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Variety Composition
Cabernet Sauvignon, Mavroudi

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Vinification/Aging

After harvesting the grapes in cages of 15 kilos, we select the healthy grapes very carefully. Those, then, are taken to the destemming unit (in the absence of a grape mill) and then vinified separately due to the different degree of maturation that each variety has. Cabernet ferments at high temperatures 26-28ºC to achieve the best color intensity, while Mavroudi at 18-22ºC in order to maintain the maximum aromatic potential of the variety. This is followed by aging in French oak barrels.

Region / Location

Central Greece. In the viticultural zone of Parnassus, we cultivate the varieties Cabernet Sauvignon and Mavroudi at the vineyards of Koufeika and Anamero.

Terrain

The soil is clayey at an altitude of 380-450 meters, with moderate slopes and a composition of soil that secures good drainage.

The microclimate of the area is characterized by abundant rainfall and light snowfall in winter and relatively mild-cool summers.

Varieties

• Mavroudi

• Cabernet Sauvignon

Characteristics

Deep red in colour, with complex aromas of red fruit and notes of chocolate, coffee and oak that compose a dynamic wine.

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The mature tannins and impressive density create the conditions for lengthy aging.

Food Pairings

It combines harmoniously with juicy red meats, game, and smoked cheeses.

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It is served at 14-16ºC.