Douloufakis Winery Aspros Lagos 750ml (2021), Red Dry

Tasting Characteristics

The wine colour is dark ruby, nearly purple. It has a rich, complex aromatic bouquet, including gooseberry, a whole range of dark fruits, pepper and hints of vanilla from the barrel. Its flavour is full and rich with fruity and spicy characteristics. The structure is balanced and the tannins are rich and powerful.

Variety Composition

Cabernet Sauvignon 100%

Vineyard

Our privately owned vineyards, 200 stremmas (20 hectares), are situated in the heart of wine-growing zone of Crete, Greece, in Dafnes of Heraklion, on hill slopes at an altitude of 350 - 450 meters. The terroir of the Dafnes region is characterized of limestone soil and the prevailing microclimate is considered ideal for producing high quality grapes.

Vinification – Maturation

Classic red vinification in stainless steel tanks. The fermentation takes place at 24°C to 28°C. The wine matures in French oak barrels for twelve months.They use 20% new barrels, but also second and third use barrels. The wine is capable of ageing for up to ten years and by doing so becomes richer and more complex.

Harmony

It pairs well with all dishes made with veal meat, grilled or cooked. It would well accompany lamb or goat in the oven and chops. It would also perfectly accompany many kinds of cheese like three-year-aged "graviera" (cheese from Crete) and other aged yellow - hard kinds of cheese.

Best Served at

17°C