Sofos White

Sofos “The Wise One“ White

Made with Organically Grown Grapes

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Winemakers:

Domaine Gioulis

Appellation:

P.G.I. Peloponnese

Location:

Klimenti

Varietal(s):

Analytical Data:

Alcohol 13 % by Vol. · Res. Sugar 1.1 g/lt · Acidity: 6.68 g/lt

Serve at:

47-50º F

UPC:

1-85554 00094-9

Wine type:

Organic Wine , Vegan Wine , Non-GMO Project Verified Wine , Organic White Wine , Wines Made With Organic Grapes , Dry Farm Wine , Natural Wine ,

Vineyard:

The Moschofilero grapes are strictly selected from the low yielding organic vineyard in the mountainous Peloponnese region. The Chardonnay grapes are cultivated by Domaine Gioulis in the northern Peloponnese mountains at a 1000m altitude near the village of Klimenti. The soil is clay-limestone nand the vineyard has a northern orientation.

Vinification:

Traditional white wine vinification. Clarification is done by static sedimentation. The fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in stainless steel vats. Each variety is vinified separately. The blending of the varieties takes place after the fermentation.

Terroir:

Calcareous clay soil.

Training system:

Normal classical two sided royat (2,40x1), allowing optimal sun and air permeation

Tasting Notes:

The 2019 Sofos white is an organic 80/20 blend of Moschofilero and Chardonnay, unoaked, nicely dry and coming in at 13.1% alcohol. It's fresh, appealingly aromatic and elegant. Bright, light and easy, it has a summer-like feel to it. It finishes with some crispness, and it is pretty tasty too. I'm not sure this has either the structure or depth to age, but it doesn't feel thin and it has some tension on the juicy finish. It's a great summer choice for drinking on its own. Drink it young for best results. It is worth leaning up today.

Mark Squires - 'Robert Parker Wine Advocate'

Pale khaki color. Aromas of ripe apricot, honey, cantaloupe, and white peppercorn with a satiny, tangy, dryish light body and a smooth, compelling, medium-length citron, lemon spritz, and almond finish. A delicious warm-weather white that will pair like a dream with shellfish; refreshing, mineral-focused, and effortlessly drinkable.

Tastings.com

This vivacious white is a beach pour with class. Fresh lemon zest and floral aromas and a combination of white fruit, minerals and citrus on the palate are lively and light, but the wine has some weight behind it.

Wine Enthusiast

"The white Sofos has a pale gold colour and a delicate nose with aromas of rosebud and white flowers, while in the palate it has freshness, medium body and fruity flavours such as pear, white peach and fresh melon. It is a white wine of pleasure which has the aromatic typicity of the indigenous Moschofilero combined with the body and the crisp acidity of a fresh Chardonnay."

"Konstantinos Lazarakis"

Enjoy with:

Feta, Kefalotiri, and brie cheeses, Mediterranean cuisine, oysters, fresh grilled fish, seafood, salads and pasta dishes.

Certification:

DIO - Certification & Inspection Organisation of Organic Products

2020 - Robert Parker – Wine Advocate

88 pts
Reviewed by Mark Squires
Vintage: 2019
2019 - tastings.com by BTI

89 points
Vintage: 2018
Wine Enthusiast Magazine

88 pts – Best Buy
Vintage: 2013
2016 - tastings.com by BTI

88pts - SILVER Medal & Best Buy
WORLD WIDE CHAMPIONSHIP AWARD: Gold Medal
Vintage: 2015
Robert Parker – Wine Advocate

88 points
Vintage: 2013