Wine Description/Philosophy
Diamantopetra Red is a combination of two charming, distinctive red grape varieties. The Cretan Mandilaria offers the strength, the rough tannins and the acidity while the international and distinguished Syrah brings in richness and firmness of the wine. Our first goal was to create a strongly tasteful wine and secondly give the consumer the chance to taste the aromas of the Cretan land that that preserve their purity and authenticity from Minoan times till now.
Vinification
Separate vinification for each grape variety. Classic red vinification, fermentation is controlled in low temperature. During the extraction process, different pumps over are applied for the two grape varieties: the pumps over are more frequent for Syrah, while the astringency of Mandilaria grape allow less frequently. A 12 months vintage in American and French oak barrels is followed.
Tasting Notes
Ruby red color with purple hues in the glass. Ripe red fruits dominate the nose with cherry, plum, blackberry stealing the show. Violet, crushed black pepper seeds form a rich and complex aromatic profile. Noticeable, rounded tannins, charming acidity, with a pleasant aftertaste leaves a sweet, spicy sensation in the mouth.
Accompaniment
It is best consumed at room temperature, 17-18oC. It is suggested with grilled and roasted red meat with rich sauces, Cretan lamb called "antikristo" and very well aged, rich yellow cheese including Cretan cheese.
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