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Domaine Skouras is a Greek winery located in the Peloponnese region of southern Greece. Founded in 1986 by winemaker George Skouras, who had studied oenology in France, the estate sources grapes from vineyard sites in the Peloponnese, including the Nemea appellation. Domaine Skouras produces wines from indigenous Greek varieties such as Agiorgitiko and Moschofilero alongside international varieties including Viognier and Syrah. The winery is associated with the modern quality-driven movement in Greek winemaking that emerged in the late 20th century.
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What is Megas Oenos from Domaine Skouras?
Megas Oenos is a red blend of the Greek Agiorgitiko grape and Cabernet Sauvignon. First produced in 1986, it was the first commercially released Greek blend combining those two varieties.
What does Agiorgitiko taste like in a Domaine Skouras wine?
Agiorgitiko commonly contributes ripe red and black fruit, moderate acidity, and supple tannins, with oak-aged versions adding spice and cedar. Domaine Skouras grows it in Nemea, including elevated vineyards used for more structured wines.
Which Domaine Skouras wine showcases Moschofilero?
The estate's Moscofilero bottlings highlight the aromatic white grape associated with Mantinia in the Peloponnese. Expect floral and citrus aromas with bright acidity rather than the dark-fruited structure of Agiorgitiko.
Can Megas Oenos be aged in the cellar?
Yes, Domaine Skouras says Megas Oenos begins to show its potential after at least five years in bottle and can develop for more than 20 years. Its Cabernet Sauvignon component and extended maturation give it more structure than a simple young Agiorgitiko.
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