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Moschofilero is a white grape known for rose, citrus, spice. Its best-known homes are Mantinia, Greece.
Origin and history
A pink-skinned Greek grape native to the high Mantinia plateau in Arcadia, in the central Peloponnese.
Where it grows
Mantinia PDO in the Peloponnese, plus other parts of the Peloponnese and central Greece.
Structure
Light to medium body with crisp, high acidity and moderate alcohol; dry still, rosé and sparkling styles.
Aromas, young and aged
Young: rose, lemon blossom, citrus, lychee and spice. Usually drunk young for its perfume.
Ageing
Best within 1–3 years; a few richer examples hold for 5 years.
Good to know
Mantinia sits at around 600–700 metres; the PDO requires at least 85% Moschofilero, and its pink skins allow blush and rosé styles.
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