MICHALAKIS ESTATE KYROS ROSE

Varietal Composition: Kotsifali-Grenache.
Style: Dry Rose
Geographical Indication: Protected Geographical Indication, Crete
Harvest: 2024
Region: Partheni, Heraklion, Crete
Vineyard: Mountain vineyards at an altitude of 400 meters.
Soil: Clay-loam.
Harvest dates: Middle of September for both varieties.
Alcoholic Title : 14% by Vol.
Vinification: Whole clusters are refrigerated 24 hours in a colling room to be pressed at 7-8 degrees. Then pressing is carefully managed at a low temperature by tasting and measuring pH for each step just the light, fresh flavored and acid juice is taken for this special cuvèe. The Grenache is fermented at 15° temperature, to preserve the floral and fruity aromas and the wine matures, without any malolactic fermentation, in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks for 8 month, gently stirring the less.
Sensory Characteristics: Bright light rose colour with glints of gold. A highly aromatic nose featuring red berries, touches of peach, apricot and redcurrant. An aromatic, flattering wine with ideal balance, vibrant, very lively and fruit-forward on the palate.
Harmony of Flavors: Ideal with Tartare of fresh and smoked fishes, salads with roasted nuts, white meats with herbs accompanied by roasted root vegetables and fresh creamy cheeses.
Served at:10-12°C