Domaine Porto Carras Melissanthi 2019

Domaine Porto Carras

Domaine Porto Carras Melissanthi
2019

  • Organic

$22.70

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 0.10
Product code
14729628
Format
12 x 750ml
Listing type
SAQ Specialty by lot
Status
Available
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$19.73
Country
Greece
Regulated designation
Other
Region
Evia
Varietal(s)
Assyrtiko 50 %
Athiri 35 %
Roditis 15 %
Alcohol percentage
13%
Colour
White
Sugar
Dry
Sugar content
1.4 g/l
Closure type
Cork
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About this winery

The winery was built in 1970, and together with the vineyard became a landmark for the Greek wine industry. It is definitely worth mentioning the significant contribution made by the father of modern oenology, Professor Émile Peynaud from the University of Bordeaux, who forged the historical path of the first "Greek" wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon, which—having been ideally adapted to the Domaine's calcareous-slaty soil—thrived around the globe, achieving numerous awards, medals and...

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Product notes

Critics abroad score it between 88–92/100, with Wine Enthusiast awarding it 92 pts for its balance and pairing potential.

Production notes

This wine from the PDO Slopes of Meliton is a blend of 50% Assyrtiko, 35% Athiri, and 15% Roditis, grown organically on Greece’s chalky Sithonia slopes. It’s softly pressed, settled, and naturally fermented (no selected yeasts) in stainless steel at low temps, then aged on lees to enhance texture and complexity

Tasting notes

With a pale straw colour, it reveals aromas of lemon, white-fleshed fruit and a hint of mint. The palate is full-bodied yet fresh, supported by fine acidity and a vibrant citrus-driven finish