MEGALI VIGLA

Red Sweet Wine (2024)

MEGALI VIGLA – Red Sweet Wine (2024)

Agios Panteleimonas Monastery – Chromitsa Metochi, Mount Athos

Description

 Megali Vigla is a red sweet wine produced in 2024, with 16% alcohol, which combines the intensity of the varietal blend with a rich, almost liqueur-like sweetness. It offers an unforgettable experience with notes of jam and spices.

Features

Appearance

  • Color: Purple
  • Color intensity: Medium

Smell

  • Aroma: Plum, licorice and cinnamon
  • Intensity Aroma: Medium

Taste

  • Sweetness: Sweet
  • Acidity: Medium
  • Alcohol: High (16% vol.)
  • Body: Medium
  • Flavor: Sour cherry jam, black pepper, licorice and cinnamon
  • Flavor intensity: Medium

Tasting Experience & Combinations

Megali Vigla stands out for its intense sweetness and complexity . It is ideal for:

  • Chocolate tarts (with walnuts, hazelnuts)
  • Spicy cheeses (pecorino, blue cheeses)
  • Nuts (almonds, walnuts)

Serving: 14-16°C

The Origin of Megali Vigla

It is produced in the vineyards of Metochio Chromitsa, where the monks of Monastery of Agios Panteleimonos apply natural cultivation methods. The unique terroir of Mount Athos gives the wine a rich and unforgettable flavor.

Why try it?

✔ Limited production – reflects the uniqueness of the place
✔ Intense sweetness – ideal for sweet moments
✔ Complexity – perfect for taste discoveries

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