86
points
Protopapas 2010 Chardonnay (Pageon)
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$17
Aromas of pineapple, orange and lemon lead this fruity and fun Chardonnay from Greece. Balanced fresh fruit flavors are lifted by a good acidity and spice. Easy to love and offering an international style, this is a white wine for the weekday as well as weekend.
— S.K.
(3/1/2012)
86
points
Protopapas 2004 Merlot (Pageon)
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$17
Pepper, violet, rhubarb and plum aromas give this Merlot assertive character. On the plate, the wine has equal attitude, delivering flavors of dried red fruit, tobacco, cigarbox and leather. Spicy but balanced by a good minerality, the wine will pair well with salty, hard cheeses and grilled lamb. A fun find.
— S.K.
(3/1/2011)
85
points
Protopapas 2008 Traminer (Pageon)
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$18
This slightly sweet white starts with a lush nose of flowers, orange marmalade and spice, followed by floral flavors edged with spice and minerals. Not overly complex, but paired with grilled fish or squid, a unique and tasty sip.
— S.K.
(12/1/2009)
85
points
Protopapas 2007 Syrah (Pageon)
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$17
Smoke, cherry and blackberry aromas start this spicy, exotic Syrah. Jerk chicken and dry rubbing spice are the lead notes on the palate—think spicy, spiky and vibrant. The wine could use more fruit to round out the edges, but overall, it’s a good everyday sip.
— S.K.
(3/1/2012)
84
points
Protopapas 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Pageon)
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$17
This Greek Sauvignon Blanc is both fruity and dry with a crisp, fresh nose and simply good lemon and spice flavors. Clean with a medium body. A good everyday white for lighter dishes.
— S.K.
(12/1/2009)