Moschópolis 8 Xinomavro Syrah
The Moschópolis 8 rosé wine consists of the famous red grape variety of Northern Greece, Xinomavro (70%), and the world-famous Syrah (30%) grape variety. The wine, after fermenting with the natural native yeast, matures for 8 months in used oak barrels along with the fine wine lees. Finally, it is bottled unfiltered and with minimal addition of sulfites.
Light pomegranate color with subtle copper highlights that make it shine impressively in the glass.
It presents complex sweet aromas of pomegranate and cherry and aromas of wild strawberries, while, as it progresses into the glass, there are caramel and vanilla flavors, a sample of the ripening of the wine for 8 months in oak barrels. The mouth is round, with a velvety feel, as a result of staying in the barrel along with the fine lees. The alcohol is in absolute balance with the acidity and body, giving a sense of coolness, while the discrete tannins add complexity.
A long-lasting aftertaste with a feeling of fresh fruits completes the tasting experience.
ANALYTICAL DATA
AWARDS
Organic regenerative cultivation. Sandy loam soil with a significant amount of limestone in its deeper layers. This gives the wine its characteristic acidity and mineral notes. The vineyard is located at an altitude of about 230 meters above sea level and just a few kilometers from the sea. The sea breeze is very refreshing on summer nights, while the saltiness carried by the air is easily detected in the character of the wine.
An innovative support system is applied with the grapes hanging at a height of 1.8m to always be in the shade of the foliage and to ensure the necessary ventilation. Pruning is done with double loose tendrils and small interventions are done where and when needed. Also, usually green harvest is performed, while we rarely reach hectare yields of the order of 50hl per hectare.
Finally, most of the work is done manually, while a flock of sheep often visits the vineyard for grazing and natural fertilization.
FOOD PAIRING
It is an excellent accompaniment to fatty fish dishes (lobster, crayfish, large fish such as grouper, salmon or eel). You can also try it with poultry and white sauces. It will also surprise if it is combined with oils such as okra or beans, while traditional Mediterranean dishes such as baked vegetables or moussaka are within its reach.
