MONOLITHOS RED
"A Monolith is one of most distinct creations. Imposing, with a structure created though millenia, but at the same time possessing a structure that invites a craftsman to work on it, dedicating centuries to come. This is why we created the Monolith range of wines. Because, in Bairaktaris Estate, we do not craft ordinary wines. We express our philosophy and our devotion to the ancient, imposing Greek varieties."
Category: Red dry wine
Classification: Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Nemea
Grape varieties: 100% Agiorgitiko
Vineyard: Selected vineyards in Nemea in an altitude of 450-500m
Yields: 8.500-9.500kg/ha
Age of vines (average): 40 years
Vinification/maturation: Pre-fermentation cool maceration for 24 hours, alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation.
Alcohol in volume: 13,3%
Reducing sugar: 1,7g/l
Total acidity: 5,1g/l
pH: 3,54
Tasting notes: Bright red colour with purple hues, aromas of black cherry, raspberry and plum, soft tannins, round and crisp mouth.
Pair it with: White and red meat, sausages, sauces with dried herbs and roasted vegetables. We also recommend it with hard and semi-hard cheese such as mozzarella, feta and pecorino.
88 points - Robert Parker - MONOLITHOS RED 2015