Monday 28 November 2011

P.D.O. RAPSANI... WINES TO REMEMBER

It may looks "Greek" to you, but this is a list of the 3 best Rapsani wines available in both domestic & export markets.

  •  Rapsani Reserve by Tsantalis Winery
  • Rapsani by Dougos Winery
  • Rapsani by Chrisohoou Winery
Greek Wines Worldwide is proud to introduce 2 out of 3 wines above (by Dougos & Chrisohoou wineries) and always at your disposal for any further info on them as well as on the "blessed" region of Rapsani.



Tuesday 1 November 2011

PERPETUAL PLEASURES by CHATEAU NICO LAZARIDI


PERPETUUS RED
Regional  Red Dry Wine of  Drama


Varieties: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vineyards: Agora, Pigadia.
Cultivation: Linear planting, with a north-south orientation. Plant spacing 1,40 m x 2,25 m, in soils of average composition.
Harvest: Second half of September.
Vinification Method: Classic red wine vinification, followed by 18 months on new French oak and 18 months in the bottle in excellent cellarage conditions.
Characteristics : Intense ruby red colour. Vigorous aromas of small red forest fruits and violet ,which is in perfect harmony with the aromas of the barrel. An intense, strong body, gentle and complex with tannic aftertaste.
Storage - Aging : Responds well to aging for up to 10 years after harvest.
Perfect Pairing :Drink at room temperature around 18º C, with red meats in complex sauces, game or tangy cheeses.


PERPETUUS WHITE
Regional  White Dry Wine of Drama
Varieties: Semillon 100%
Vineyards: Agora.
Cultivation: This variety is grown at an altitude of nearly 250 m. Linear planting oriented north-south. Roots spaced 1.5 m x 2.5 m apart.
Harvest: First ten days of September.
Vinification Method: Controlled-temperature fermentation 12º C, followed by at 8-9 months on new acacia wood, with bâtonnage.
Characteristics : Bright yellow colour with aromas of ripe, white- flesh fruits and acacia undertones. Luscious and intense body with light, sourish finish.
Storage - Aging :Will respond to aging for up to 6 years after harvest.
Perfect Pairing :Drink chilled 10º C, with delicately sauced fish or smoked salmon.



For more info & export matters, please contact us at : dseitanidis@gmail.com 


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