Κatogi Averoff Rossiu di Munte Yiniets 750ml (2017), Red Dry

Τasting Characteristics

Dark red with a purple sheen. The bouquet is redolent with the varietal aromas, perfectly fused with hints of leather, sweet spices and roasted coffee. Full-bodied, with a range of rich tannins. Fine tannic structure that will permit long ageing.

Variety Composition

Cabernet Sauvignon 100%

Vineyard

Yiniets, Metsovo, 1000m elevation. This vineyard is home to the earliest Cabernet Sauvignon vines in Greece, planted by Evangelos Averoff in 1958–59.

Vinification – Maturation

Destemming, bursting and maceration over 21 days. The cap was plunged down twice or three times daily during fermentation. Alcoholic fermentation evolved at temperatures between 20 - 300C; immediately after maceration, the wine was transferred to 300 litre French oak barrels (Allier, light toast/medium toast), where it sat on its lees for a minimum of two months, with three battonages per week. Further casking for 19 months.

Ηarmony

Meat is at the top of the list. A perfect pairing with grilled or roasted beef with a rich sauce.

Best Served at

14 - 16°C