Okay, it sounds almost cliché. The absolutely romantic couple strikes again, causing great emotions! Is it cliché or not?
If the Chardonnay - Malagouzia blend of the white Romeo & Juliet is considered one of the most unconventional and successful blends, then the red couple will definitely make its own history.
In the role of Romeo, the robust Cabernet Sauvignon, while Juliet is played by the spicy Agiorgitiko. The grapes come from the privately owned vineyard of Gofa’s Estate in Koutsi, the most famous "grand cru" vineyard in Nemea. The selection of the fruit was extremely rigorous even in a good vintage like 2013. So the raw material was amazing.
The final blend was 70% - 30%, with Cabernet holding the scepter. The extraction took 20 days and the pationate couple stayed for 24 months in 225 liter oak barrels. They probably sound a lot. Keep in mind that Gofas is a real artist in handling oak, achieving the ideal balance between wood and fruit.
The result is a red wine of incredible concentration and complexity, with the two varieties blending harmoniously and the barrel giving extra points. Many points!