Skouras Zoe Rosé (75cl, 12.5%)

Skouras Zoe Rosé is a dry Greek rosé from the Peloponnese, bottled at 12.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. It is a blend of 70% Agiorgitiko and 30% Moscofilero. The Agiorgitiko comes from vineyards in Corinthia at approximately 2,132 feet elevation and the Moscofilero from the high plateau of Mantinia at around 2,400 feet. The Moscofilero undergoes six-hour skin contact at 16°C before both varieties are fermented separately in stainless steel vats, with no malolactic fermentation and brief resting on fine lees. The nose opens with ripe cherries and fresh raspberries, then rose petal and floral tones, with hints of sweet spice. The palate has vibrant cherry and strawberry, moderately high acidity, earthy raspberry, light sweet grass and citrus undertones, with a faint suggestion of very ripe tannins. The finish is moderately long, with developing spice and citrus notes.