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Gaia S - Syrah & Agiorgitiko Magnum me koyti 2021

Name: Gaia S - Syrah & Agiorgitiko Magnum me koyti 2021
Brand: Gaia Wines
SKU: M235_box
Price: 62.7 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.8 (2 reviews)

SKU M235_box

Dry, Still, Red, Syrah, Agiorgitiko, Ages well, 14% alc.

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62,70 €

Availability: In stock

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Lively, full-bodied red wine that marries the noble Agiorgitiko with the spicy Syrah. The result is an exquisite red wine with beautiful aromatic complexity, strong tannins, and a long finish. A limited production and release label for those seeking new taste dimensions in red wine.

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The "S" of Gaia may refer to the Syrah that gives the defining touch to the wine; however, the blend is dominated by Agiorgitiko from Nemea (70%). A relatively new arrival from Gaia Estate, launching its most "exclusive" wine family. The "S" is a wine that is discussed and impresses, provided it is paired correctly at the table. Note: bottled unfiltered, so it is advisable to decant before serving.

Origin

Vintage: 2021
Producer: Gaia Wines

Style & Character

Intl Grape Variety: Syrah
Greek Grape Variety: Agiorgitiko
Awards: 2008 Gaia S 2006 GOLD MEDAL, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition 2008
Dryness: Dry
Style: Still
Wine Color: Red

Bottle

Abv: 14%
When to Drink: Ages well

Pairing

Good match with: Cheese Hard Yellow Aged, Meat Beef Cooked Red, Meat Lamb Cooked Red, Meat Pork Cooked Red, Poultry Casseroles Red, Sausages, Κυνήγι Μαγειρευτό Κόκκινο

Other

Country: Greece
Volume: 1500ml
Quality category: Πελοπονησσιακός ΠΓΕ
Producer's Description: In 1978, Marquis Piero Antinori made history by showcasing a new wine, Tignanello vintage 1971. The essence of the matter lies in the courageous decision of the great Tuscan winemaker to blend a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon, an outsider varietal for the area, with the local Sangiovese. This move "downgraded" Tignanello from a wine with Geographical Indication (IGT) to a simple table wine. Yet, the wine was exceptional. So exceptional that the global trade dubbed it Super Tuscan, even though it was a table wine with no rights to its geographical origin. From there on, history took its course. Other producers in the area recognized the unique opportunity for the qualitative upgrade of their territory and emulated the Marquis. The swift and astute Italian legislator followed the trend by legislating accordingly. A new category, radiant and with high added value, was born! Super Tuscans… which for nearly forty years have been the driving force of an entire marvelous wine region, where the key word is now pluralism. Jumping forward in time and place… Early 2007. Koutsi of Nemea. Gaia, believing in the potential of the Nemea viticultural zone, which should not be limited to a single varietal, creates GAIA S. A new wine that combines our beloved Agiorgitiko with the French Syrah. The "S" can be interpreted from whichever angle you wish. "S" for Syrah but also "S" for Super Nemea. The grapes come from Gaia's own vineyard in the semi-mountainous Koutsi of Nemea. GAIA S ages for 12 months in 225lt French oak barrels from the Nevers and Allier forests of Central France and then, after being bottled without any filtration or further processing, remains in the bottle for 5 months before being released to the market. The result is a wine with a particularly deep red-purple color, aromas of great intensity, clarity, and complexity, where Agiorgitiko and Syrah complement each other with mutual respect. Its structure is robust, full-bodied, and generous. Under ideal storage conditions, at a temperature that never exceeds 12°-14°C, GAIA S will continue to evolve into an even more complex form for over a decade. Remember to pour GAIA S into a wide decanter at least half an hour before you enjoy it. The new dimension that will emerge before you will delight you…!
Region: Πελοπόννησος/Νεμέα
Bottle Size: 1.5lt
Excellent match with: Meat with spicy red sauce, aged hard cheeses, a variety of country sausages.
Type of Box: Wooden
Taste Character: Red dense with great complexity