An Indian, A Greek, and a Cypriot

The Mad greek
Tasted Wednesday, December 16, 2009 by Loren Sonkin with 585 views

Introduction

I went to sample some wines at the Mad Greek in Cleveland Heights. They have a "sale" on wines; anything on the list for $22 a bottle.

Flight 1 (3 Notes)

  • 2008 Sula Vineyards Chenin Blanc 86 Points

    India, Nashik

    First wine I can remember trying from India. Light golden in color. Served very cold, it took some time to warm up. The nose is still quiet but has some honey and orange notes. Thick, slightly viscous. Slightly sweet. A bit generic but pretty much varietally correct. This would go well with Indian or spicy food. $22 on "sale" at the Mad Greek.

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  • 2006 Greek Wine Cellars (D. Kourtakis) Agiorgitiko Kouros 86 Points

    Greece, Peloponnisos, Nemea

    This got better as it got air. Plenty left for Day 2 so perhaps I will update the score further. Ruby red in color. The nose is dusty cherries. With air it got more of a bitter note (in a good way). On the palate, this drinks like a simple Bordeaux. Cherries, raspberries, green bell pepper and cigar tobacco notes. Nice finish. Works well with food. Interesting wine. On "sale" for $22 at the Mad Greek

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  • NV KEO St. John Commandaria 88 Points

    Cyprus, Commandaria

    A glass was poured gratis for me at the Mad Greek. I don't know how long the bottle was open. Bartender called it a Port but it seemed more white based to me, perhaps Muscat? I see CT lists the grape as Xynisteri (is that red or white)?. Anyway, deep brown/amber in color, clear and bright. The nose is very nice with chocolate covered apricot scents. This is sweet and smooth. No heat. Like drinking a liquefied Tootsie Roll. Nice to sip on this on a cold winter night.

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