Τasting Characteristics
Deep purple in colour with violet sheens. The nose is dominated by an intense bouquet of fruity aromas (cherry, blackberry), spicy (thyme, basil) and oaky (vanilla, coffee) characters. Rich and tasteful on the palate, with velvety tannins, pleasing texture and captivating fruity-spicy aftertaste. A concentrated, lively, complex and age worthy wine.
Variety Composition
Syrah 100%
Vineyard
Pavlidis Estate vineyards are situated in two different sites, distinguished from ancient times for their unique terroir, Kokkinogia and Perichora. Grapes of these regions are vinified to produce wines bearing the geographical indication of Regional Wine of Drama.
Vinification – Maturation
The perfect ripening of the grapes and the carefully selected date of harvest, which is practicated during the night, contribute to the preservation of varietal aromatic and phenolic potential. Hand picking of grapes is followed by two tables of selection, the destemming and light crushing of the baies. Right determing of the durations of pre- and post-fermentation macerations, allows extracting the aromatic and phenolic potential, before its transfer by gravity to oak barrels. There, following malolactic fermentation, it is left to age for 18 months with further 18 months in the bottle.
Ηarmony
Ideal complement for smoked cheeses, grilled red meat, and spicy game.
Best Served at
17 - 18°C