Wines of the Week
Each week, we select a few wines from our shop for a 10% discount and some spotlight as to why we think they're so great!
2023 Troupis 'Thunder' Moschofilero Rose, Peloponnese, Greece - The Troupis family has a long history of work in agronomy in the Peloponnese dating back to the 70s where vines, fruit bearing trees, and flowers have been cultivated in their nursery in Mantinia. Today, Troupis winery is located in the heart of Mantinia at an altitude of 700 meters in the region of Fteri, meaning fern, totaling roughly 70 acres. The Thunder rose is made from the pink skinned Moschofilero grape only grown in the high plateau of Arcadia in southern Greece and is stainless steel fermented. It shows floral aromas of rose petals, ginger, citrus peel, ginger, and quince, followed by a luscious palate with citrus jam notes emerging, and finishing fresh and crisp. It pairs well with tomato based pasta dishes, grilled squid, and soft goat cheeses.
2023 Palivou Estate 'Anemos' Moschofilero Roditis, Peloponnese, Greece - The Peloponnese Peninsula is a large landform on the southern edge of continental Greece. Covered in mountains, rugged plateaus and valleys, the area has an abundance of meso-climates and terroirs suitable for premium viticulture. The modern Peloponnese wine industry began to grow following the end of World War II, and today is one of the most productive in Greece, containing 7 PDO level appellations and 17 regional appellations. Palivou Estate is a multi generational family estate in the ancient Nemea region. The modern estate was started in the early 1990s and are certified organic, also utilizing biodynamic practices. Anemos is a blend of 70% Roditis and 30% Moschofilero from vines planted in 1987, in calcareous soil at an elevation of 420 meters. It is a fruity wine with aromas of apples, pears, pineapple, lemon blossoms and a hint of white pepper with a pleasantly balanced light body with refreshing acidity and lingering fruit flavors. It pairs well with dishes featuring ricotta, seared scallops, and Greek Salad.
2023 Palivou Estate 'Anemos' Agiorgitiko, Peloponnese, Greece - Anemos Red is made from 100% Agiorgitiko (Saint George), sourced from vineyards composed of calcareous soils at an elevation of 420 meters, and aged in steel tank, resulting in a youthful, more fruit-forward expression of the grape varietal. It shows intense fruity and clean aromas of cherries, strawberries, and gooseberries, followed by a silky mouthfeel with more fresh red berry flavors coming through on the finish. A great accompaniment to cured meats, sausage, spicy sauces, and soft goat cheeses.