Lafazanis Greece 2005
Winery
Lafazanis
Appellation
Greece
Vintage
2005
Type
Red
Grapes
Retail Price
$11.00
USD
(750 ml.)
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Wine Ratings
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Total Rating
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Flavor
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Ageability
0% said wine will improve with age
100% said wine is ready to drink now
0% said wine is over the hill
Bang for Buck
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I had to go to Jancis Robinson to learn that St. George is an anglicized name for Agiorgitiko (and presumably no relation to the American rootstock St. George).
Very pleasant blackberry nose and taste with a light touch of oak. More complexity than you would expect from an $11 wine. Soft entry, but the acidity provides a nice freshness.
Very versatile at the table - it went quite well with both a spicy beef stew and barbecued pork. No doubt it would do well with turkey or duck.
All in all, a very good value - and a nice change of pace. November 6, 2007