VINEYARD Located in Dafnes, Heraklion, Crete, at an altitude of 350 meters. 

WINEMAKING The grapes, after a rigorous selection and destemming, were transferred to the vinificator. The must remained in skin contact for 30 days, During the first 24 hours, cold maceration took place at temperatures of 10°C - 12°C. Alcoholic fermentation followed for approximately 10 days at temperatures around 22°C - 23°C. At the conclusion of alcoholic fermentation, spontaneous malolactic fermentation occurred. After separating the pomace from the wine, it remained in the tank for two months. Subsequently, the wine underwent debourbage and was carefully transferred to French oak barrels where it matured for 18 months. Following barrel aging, the wine was bottled and aged for an additional 30 months before its release in September 2023. 

AGING POTENTIAL It has great aging potential of at least a decade. 

TASTING NOTES Luminous deep ruby color with brownish hues, a result of the five-year aging. The aromatic bouquet is rich and complex, dominated by notes of rosemary, black berries and spices, while subtle hints of leather are imprinted in the background. On the palate, it is equally impressive, because it focuses not only on the excellent balance of sweetness, acidity and tannins, but also on their excellent quality. Thus, the fruit is perfectly ripe, the acidity beautifully integrated and the tannins well-crafted, in a whole that boasts impressive flavor and a particularly long finish. 

FOOD PAIRING Serve in a large tulip glass at a cool temperature of 13°C - 15°C. It pairs wonderfully with cooked meats, such as braised beef and spetzofai, as well as oily dishes. Mostly, however, it will show its virtues next to grilled red meats, such as a T-bone steak, but also with fine game or aged cheeses, offering a unique taste experience.