Appellation: Koutsi, Nemea (estate-owned vineyards surrounding the winery at an altitude of 580m)
Tasting notes:
Appearance: Dark ruby red, with violet hints.
Nose: Captivating aromas of raspberry, black
cherry, cassis and vanilla accompanied by scents of spices, laurel and violet.
Palate: Velvety, with silky tannins that constitute a well-balanced wine, thanks to the roundness of alcohol and the elegant acidity. Wonderful oak-ageing bouquet with aromas of liquorice, nutmeg and chocolate.
Vinification:
Traditional red vinification, 18-month maturation in 65% new 225L French oak barrels, followed by 24 months of ageing in the bottle.
Serving Temperature: 15-16°C in a large Bordeaux wine glass.
Cellar Ageing: 8-10 years after release.
Food pairing:
Red meat dishes, braised meat in tomato sauce, pork shank, Peking duck, sweet sauce dishes, aged cheeses and spicy cold cuts.