Product Reviews and Ratings - Red - Kretikos Red 2008 Crete, Boutari from Wine Express

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(based on 4 ratings)

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A remarkably tasty red wine from the Greek Isle of Crete, this little gem is produced from the indigenous grapes Kotsifali and Mandilaria. The 15 acre hillside vineyard with limestone and chalky soils is 500 to 700 feet above the Cretean Sea. The cooling breezes slow down the ripening process and let the grapes develop fully. Aged in stainless steel to bring out the natural fruity flavors, this value red shows ripe cherry, plum and hints of anise on a supple, dry framework with a lingering finish. Surprise your friends and yourself with this delightful Greek red.

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Product Reviews Summary

Avg. Customer Rating:

3.8 stars

(based on 4 reviews)

75% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pairs Well With:

Pizza and pasta(3), Poultry(3)

Pros:

Smooth(3)

Delicious long finish.

By Vikki

from Cleveland, Ohio on 10/25/2011

Pairs Well With:

Beef, Game, Pizza and Pasta, Poultry, Seafood

Pros:

Clean, Long Finish, Smooth

Cons:

None

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Entertaining, Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions, Weeknight

Describe Yourself:

Casual Drinker

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Kretikos Red 2008 Crete, Boutari:

This is my first time trying this wine. I will purchase more because of the rich aroma and elegant fruity flavor.

A nice red wine!

By Montana girl

from Hobson, Montana on 5/24/2011

Pairs Well With:

Beef, Game, Pizza and Pasta, Poultry

Pros:

Smooth

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Afternoon, Entertaining, Gifts

Describe Yourself:

Casual Drinker

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Kretikos Red 2008 Crete, Boutari:

I am a Grandmother, retired, with an average income, I guess, anyway I like to taste various wines and I thought this wine had a good aroma and I liked the taste, not too sweet and not too tart, and I got it on sale which was great for me! I would buy it again!

Novelty wore off fast

By Tom

from Northbrook IL on 9/8/2010

Cons:

Short Finish, Thin

Describe Yourself:

Aspiring Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Kretikos Red 2008 Crete, Boutari:

One always wants to try new things, but that will be it for me and this wine. Not much there.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

OPA!!! This is some good juice!

By MT3

from Mt. Kisco, NY on 8/13/2010

Gift:

Pairs Well With:

Pizza and Pasta, Poultry, Seafood

Pros:

Clean, Smooth

Best Uses:

Afternoon, Everyday, Weeknight

Describe Yourself:

Connoisseur

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Kretikos Red 2008 Crete, Boutari:

What a pleasant surprise! This blend of somewhat obscure Greek varietals is just good, solid drinking wine. Carrying similar characteristics to an entry level Pinot, it is has a light, almost rustic color to it. The fruit is young yet approachable, with ripe cherry and plum being prominent. Finishing long and smooth, this is one of the better Greek wines out there, especially at this price point.

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