Foloi | PGI Peloponnese Dry White Wine Roditis Viognier (2021) 750ml | Mercouri Estate
Foloi White 13.5%alc., Dry White Wine, Still, Roditis, Viognier , PGI Peloponnese - Mercouri Estate
This is the main white wine of the estate. It is produced using (90%) red Roditis grapes from high elevation vineyards and (10%) Viognier grapes. With a crystal-clear yellow-green colour and intense perfumes from the flowers of citrus fruits, green apples and light peaches, it goes well with fish and shellfish, white meats and meats with sweet or creamy sauces, pastas, cheeses (even Roquefort) and fruits. Annual production is approximately 40,000 bottles.
Varietal composition: 90% Red Roditis, 10% Viognier
Place of production: Selected vineyards on the highlands of the Prefecture of Ilia in the Mount Foloi region (alt.450-650 m. above the sea level) and on the hillsides of Aigion and Northern Peloponnese, an area famous in Greek mythology for its aromatic wines.
Method of production: White vinification in low temperatures, using selected yeast
Color: Crystal-clear yellow-green color
Aromas: Delicate bouquet and well defined scents of citrus flowers and fruits. Generous fresh taste that lingers.
Goes well with: Fish and seafood,white meat dishes or red meat dishes served with sweet or white sauce, cheese and fruits. Served at 12-14° C.
Chemical analysis: Alcohol content : 13.5 % vol.
pH : 3.18
Total acidity : 5.2 g/l
Residual sugar : 2.5 g/l
Ageing potential: —
Certified from: NSF
Recent distinctions:
2017
DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS, U.K. "Foloi" 2016: Bronze
2015
THE BALKANS I.W.C., Bulgaria "Foloi" 2014: Silver
DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS, U.K. "Foloi" 2014: Commended
2014
DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS, U.K. "Foloi" 2013: Bronze