Kamanterena Maratheftiko/ Shiraz Dry Red
(Case of 6 Bottles)

Description

TASTING NOTES

Maratheftiko is the leading Cypriot variety of red wine grapes, and Shiraz is one of the best International red varietals.

This gorgeous blend presents intense colour, deep purple, elegant, high-intensity aromas, full fruit flavours mixed with red berries, constitute a strong and complex nose.

Soft and velvety, and at the same time, fresh on the palate, with the same flavours as on the nose, which reflect the special nature of this wine, and compose a harmony of flavours.

With balanced acidity embraced by velvety tannins, and topped with explosive flavours.

Served at 15 – 17°C it accompanies red meats, pasta and ripe cheeses. .

IN THE VINEYARD

Soil Type: Calcareous, Limestone and Terra Rosa
Age Of Vines: 10 – 16 Years Old
Trellising: Horizontal Cuplike
Vine Density: 3500 – 4500 / ha
Irrigation: No

IN THE CELLAR

Wood ageing: 8 – 9 months in French Oak Barrels
Total production: 6000 Cases of 6 Bottles

 AGING POTENTIAL

Aged in French Oak Barrels for about 8 months, it will develop even better in the following 2 – 3 years in the bottle.

BLEND INFORMATION

Maratheftiko 50% Shiraz 50%

FOOD SUGGESTIONS

Perfect with red meat and game, but also with sauces and cheese.
The wine is bottled near its prime. It will improve with age in bottle for at least the next 3-4 years.
Drink it at 16⁰C.

ACCOLADES

2018 – AWC Vienna World Wine Awards Vintage 2014 – Silver Medal
2018 – International Wines & Spirits Awrda, Vintage 2014 – Silver Medal
2017 – Decanter World Wine Awards, Vintage 2014 – Bronze Medal