Variety Composition:
The wine maker’s choice. The best 17 barrels of each harvest were the winemaker selects to present the absolute expression and dynamic of the Amyndeon viticulture zone.
Region / Location / Vineyard:
Amyndeon plateau. Amyndeon viticulture zone. North-western Macedonia. “Hedgehog” sub-region. 690m altitude, with northern exposure, facing lake Petron and mount Voras. 69ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m.
Vinification Method & Ageing:
Destemming, no crushing, cold soak – skin contact under controlled conditions, alcoholic fermentation at gradual increase temperatures, maintenance of wine “sur lie” for 8 months with regular stirring. 36 months in Allie – Bertrange at 200% (18+18) new oak casks medium toast. No treatment or filtration before bottling and 18 months in bottles.
Tasting Characteristics:
Fine, rich, intense. Some black crystalline fruit, spices, cassis. Quite complex, very long. Develops in mouth very good
Harmony:
Well paired with rich meat dishes, grilled or with rich sauces, cooked with vegetables, roots and wine. Marinated game, with chestnuts and plums. Full body mature creamy cheeses with intense and full favour.
Best served at 16-18ο C. (60,8-64,4 ο F).
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis.
Wine Maker: Angelos latridis.
Blending Consultant:Eric Boissenot.