Papagiannakos Kalogeri Malagouzia

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Wine Description

Founded in 1919, Domaine Papagiannakos is located in the Attica region of Central Greece, just 18 miles from Athens. Today, the winery is run by the 3rd generation, Vassilis Papagiannakos, who has issued a new era of modern winemaking while still maintaining the family’s dedication to cultivating and preserving the region’s most famous indigenous grape, Savatiano, in addition to the recently rediscovered Malagousia.

Domaine Papagiannakos Winery
Savatiano Old Vines
Malagousia Vineyard
Yiannis Papagiannakos Harvest 1955
Papagiannakos Women Harvest 1950
Domaine Papagiannakos Winery
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Acclaim
“Grown in limestone soils, this shows off the lush, ripe side of malagousia, the texture silky and the citrus fruits heading into marmalade territory. But before it gets heavy, the acidity sends in minty notes to keep the wine lifted, and teases out an earthy savor. For scallops in a citrus butter.”
— Wine & Spirits, Aug 2018
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Vineyard & Production Info
Soil composition
Limestone and Clay
Elevation:
165 feet
Exposure:
Northern
Harvest time:
Mid-August
Average Vine Age:
20 years
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Winemaking & Aging
Varietal composition:
100% Malagousia
Fermentation container:
INOX stainless-steel tanks
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Analytical Data
pH level:
3.5
Acidity:
5.4 g/L
Alcohol:
12.7 %
Residual sugar:
1.2 g/L
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Wine Production

The Malagousia grapes are fermented in INOX stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature in order to preserve the varietal aromatics. Vinified in a dry style, this wine bears the regional Attiki PGI appellation designation.

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About the Vineyard

The Malagouzia vineyards used for the Papagiannakos Kalogeri are located in southeastern Attica at an altitude of 165 feet. The vineyard is relatively young, with an average of 20-years-old, and has a north-facing exposure. The vineyard is farmed without irrigation, resulting in low-yielding vines that produce grapes with rich, concentrated fruit flavors.