Grape · Red
Avgoustiatis
Warm climate
About
A rare red of the Ionian islands, rescued from near-loss on Zakynthos and Kefalonia. Soft, plummy and gently spiced, with supple tannins, it is one of Greece's quieter native finds.
Typical profile
Body
Moderate
Tannins
Integrated
Acidity
Crisp
Sweetness
Dry
Aromas
What the grape gives up young, and what it grows into with time in bottle.
Young · fresh from the glass
Oak influence
Possible
Aging
Best within 3-8 years.
Food pairings
grilled lambmoussakapastitsadaroast porkhard sheep's cheese