Lagorthi is a white grape variety, and it traces back to Achaia, Greece.
Structurally it lands at light body, no tannin, medium-high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for peach and citrus.
The regions that matter for it are Achaia.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, low vigour and a preference for high altitudes.
It blends readily with Roditis.
Watch for the synonyms: Lagorthi.
At the table it suits spinach pie, steamed crabs in chilli oil and cauliflower cheese.
Keeps for 5 to 8 years.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Lagorthi.
Bottles to look for.
- Kanakaris Winery High Altitude Vines Lagorthi PGI Slopes of Aegialia, Peloponnese, Greece
Lagorthi: common questions
01.What does Lagorthi taste like?+
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04.What food pairs with Lagorthi?+
05.What else is Lagorthi called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Greece.