Type of wine: Dry White Wine. Appellation: Protected Geographical Indication Drama. Varietals: Semillon. Production Area: Northern Greece, in Macedonia, at the local community of Agora, in the valley and the low hills on the South-East of Drama town. Vineyards: This variety is grown in linear vineyards planted in soils of average composition up to an altitude of 250 m, oriented from north to south. Harvest: First ten days of September. Vinification Method: Initially, the fermentation is carried out at a temperature of 12οC. Subsequently, the temperature is rising to 16 οC in order to facilitate the process with indigenous yeasts. Absence of malolactic fermentation. It matures for 2 months into tanks, applying the battônage method and using fine wine lees of Manzoni. Then, it ages for 4-5 months into barrels (80% acacia barrels, 20% oak barrels). Changing the winemaking process gives the wine a fruity and structured character that ties harmonious with the presence of the barrel. Analytical Data: Alcohol: 12,77% Total Acidity: 5,55g/l Residual Sugar: 3,8 g/l pH: 3,48 Tasting Notes: Bright gold colour with green iridescence. Aromas of ripe, white-flesh fruits with notes of honey and acacia. Rich and complex body with a pleasant, sour finish. This wine is a rare example of the Greek vineyard. Aging: Will respond to aging for up to 6 years after harvest. Perfect Pairing: An excellent match for shellfish, fish with light sauces, avgotaraho(botargo), white meats and vegetables with complex sauces. Serving Temperature: 10oC.
