Agiorgitiko Grapes
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About

Agiorgitiko is a red grape and one of the two widely grown heat-resistant Greek wine-making grape varieties.  It can take on a wide range of characteristics, from soft to very tannic, depending on factors in the growing and winemaking processes. The wines are known for their high level of fruitiness but tend to lack acidity and body.  Also called: Aghiorghitico, Aghiorghitiko, Nemeas Mavro, Nemeas Mavroudi, St.George.