Τasting Characteristics
The beautiful aromas of red forest fruits and cherries, sweet spices enriched with subtle notes of rose. The mouth is balanced, round, with soft tannins and an aromatic, fruity aftertaste.
Variety Composition
Merlot 50%, Xinomavro 25%, Syrah 25%
Vineyard
The grapes are sourced primarily from contract growers of the crus of Agios Panteleimon within the Amyndeon Appellation in Northwestern Greece. Sprawling at an altitude of 600m on poor sandy soil, the vineyards reach yields that rarely exceed 40 hl/ha. The area is marked by cold winters and warm summers, but the four surrounding lakes create a unique mild mesoclimate. As a result, we get high fruit concentration and ripeness with exquisitely complex and rich aromas.
Vinification – Maturation
Grapes are hand-picked and selected on a sorting table prior to crush. For each variety the must is cold soaked at 11-12°C in a reductive environment for 2-5 days depending on the quality of the grapes. Fermentation takes place at 20-22°C, followed by malolactic fermentation in tank. During the first five months of the year, the lees are stirred twice a week (batonnage), in order to achieve a fuller body. After the final blend the wine is bottled, usually in April after the harvest. The winemaker’s main objective is to achieve maximum fruit extraction, while preserving a good level of acidity.
Ηarmony
It goes well with pasta, vegeterian dishes and also grilled meats.
Best Served at
14 - 16°C
