About the Wine: This is a Greek wine made with a grape called Agiorgitiko because apparently the Greeks are competing with the Germans for the coveted "lovers of unpronounceable wines" market. Nemea is the region that it is from. The nice thing about obscure varietals and regions is that they can be hidden treasures and great values. The bad thing is that there is sometimes a very good reason they are obscure.
About THIS Wine: A pink rim surrounds the garnet center. Mint, berries, and other aromas I can't quite describe make a complex nose. The palate was drier than I expected and it is quite thick with a curious mix of red fruit and green apple. These flavors linger in a finish that goes on and on.
Drinking This Wine: Not really a sipping wine. It would be very good with lamb or ribs.
Overall Impression: Definitely a hidden treasure. At ten bucks a bottle this wine is a steal.
by Ben Stiebel
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