Apostolos Mountrichas has been awarded many times for his red wines. He is called as the red winemaking virtuoso. Saint Nikolas is dedicated to his son Nikolas who loves sailors’ stories and sea travel. Saint Nikolas is the patron Saint of sailors. This wine is a prestige red wine, highlighting the red local Santorini grapes.
Tasting Notes: Aromatic complexity of black fruits with a herbaceous character. Dry on the palate, full bodied, with density, noticeable tannins and remarkable acidity. Aromas of black fruits, vanilla, sweet spices & cassis, complete the impressive palate of Santorini red wine. Complex fruity, spicy aftertaste.
Variety | Μandilaria, Mavrotragano |
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Location | Pyrgos |
Viticulture | Self-rooted basket-shaped vines (kouloures) |
Winemaking | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Co vinification of the two grape varieties. Malolactic fermentation. |
Aging | 10 years |