Winter is coming. Break out your big red wines and tomahawk steaks — this Agiorgitiko is perfect. Le Sang de la Pierre, “Blood Stone,” is a French inspired take on Agiorgitiko from low-yield producing vines in Traganes. The winemaker uses French barrels and their attention to quality is on full display in this delicious red. This wine shows pipe tobacco, potting soil, leather, and loads of ripe blackberry and black cherry throughout. I’ve enjoyed this wine several times and have yet to be disappointed.
Aivalis Winery, Nemea (Greece) Agiorgitiko 2020
By Vince Simmon