PATARIA

Red Sweet Wine (2024)

PATARIA – Red Sweet Wine (2024)

Agios Panteleimonas Monastery – Chromitsa Metochi, Mount Athos

Description

 Pataria is a red sweet wine produced in 2024, with 14% alcohol, which combines the intensity of the blend of varieties with a pleasant sweetness. It offers a rich, almost dessert-like experience with notes of cooked fruit and spices.

Features

Appearance

  • Color: Purple
  • Color intensity: Medium

Smell

  • Aroma: Violet, clove, tomato leaves and cooked fruit
  • Intensity Aroma: Medium

Taste

  • Sweetness: Sweet
  • Acidity: Medium
  • Alcohol: High (14% vol.)
  • Body: Medium
  • Taste: Cooked red plum, pepper, vanilla and chocolate
  • Flavor intensity: Medium

Tasting Experience & Pairings

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

  • Chocolate desserts (tarts)
  • Blue cheeses (roquefort, gorgonzola)
  • Nuts (hazelnuts, almonds)

Serving: 12-14°C

The Origin of Pataria

It is produced in the vineyards of Metochio Chromitsa, where the monks of Monastery of Saint Panteleimon apply traditional cultivation methods. The unique climate of Mount Athos gives the wine a natural sweetness and rich flavor.

Why try it?

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