2024 Gaia Monograph Agiorgitiko

Gaia were one of the first crews to really put modern Greek wine on the map back in the 90s, and they still know how to deliver the goods.

This Monograph Agiorgitiko is the perfect starting point if you haven't dabbled much in indigenous Greek reds. Sourced from higher-altitude vines in the Peloponnese, it manages to hold onto its freshness despite the Mediterranean heat.

They haven't messed about with oak here. It's all done in stainless steel to keep the fruit front and center, letting the variety speak for itself. The result is super vibrant - deep purple in the glass with loads of ripe cherry and pomegranate fruit. 

It’s medium-bodied with really soft, smooth tannins that just glide across the palate. Honestly, it's just a smashable red that doesn't need overthinking. Works a treat with spicy food or grilled lamb, and it definitely benefits from 20 mins in the fridge before you pour.