Thalia Syrah Kotsifali 2016

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There are 7 user submitted reviews for this wine.

Andrew Bernardo rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

I like this wine a lot. For around 10 bucks you can throw it against anything from burgers to charcuterie to stews. Black cherry, purple plum, spice, cassis, warm pie filling. Yummy. 89 points.

Sharon Lécuyer rated this wine as 84/100 with the following review:

Beautiful bottle with fine purple lettering and a pretty font.

Aromas and flavours of cherry, pomegranate.

Pair with lamb, Greek souvlaki or feta

Tasted March 13, 2018

Jennifer Havers rated this wine as 87/100 with the following review:

Nice pretty, pale pink. Hints of blueberry and raspberry on the nose. Nice balance between tart and sweet with a bit of rhubarb on the palate. Enjoy on a summer's day with charcuterie and cheese.

Emilie Ryan rated this wine as 85/100 with the following review:

An interesting Greek wine of outstanding value.…
Presentation: A clean, classy, feminine label
Appearance: Pale-medium ruby
Nose: Pronounced, interesting nose of concentrated red cherries, prunes and other dried fruit
Taste: Full body, medium acidity, low-medium tannins, dark plums, fire-roasted tomatoes, black pepper, and a hint of a strong cheese
Finish: long, dark fruit finish
Overall impression: An interesting Greek wine that would go well with Souvlaki, Moussaka and other Greek foods. Its sweetness should work well with many light to medium foods.
Value: 5/5

Luc Delorme rated this wine as 82/100 with the following review:

The wine opens up with sweet candied fruit on the nose, and follows through on the palate. While not as much as a Beaujolais Nouveau, there is an almost artificial candied raspberry sweetness to it. It’s a fun wine, but probably not for everyone. Would be good for sangria.

Andrea Shapiro rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

Interesting bouquet featuring blackberry, blueberry, plum, licorice and smoke. A few peppery dark chocolate notes also noticeable. Flavours evolve with sour cherry, strawberry, rhubarb and forest leafiness. High acidity, extra dry with a medium body, medium minus tannins and finish. This would be an appropriate pairing for salty Greek cheeses and lamb sausage. 88 points - March 18th

Eamonn Donnelly reviewed this wine as follows:

Medium aromatic intensity - notes of red delicious apple, cherry candy liquorice, with a touch of minerality. Tart fruit on the palate, high acidity, fine tannins.

Natalie's Review

Thalia Syrah Kotsifali 2016, Greece: A deep ruby-purple hue in the glass. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and dark spice. Full-bodied with a supple texture. Pair with spaghetti with tomato sauce and meatballs. Drink: 2017-2019. 344365 12.50% D 750 mL $13.15 Score: 88/100. April 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

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