MICHALAKIS ESTATE SYRAH

Varietal Composition: Syrah
Style: Dry Red
Geographical Indication: Protected Geographical Indication, Heraklion
Harvest: 2022
Region: Partheni, Heraklion, Crete
Vineyard: Mountain vineyards of the Estate at an altitude of 450-480 meters.
Harvest dates: End of August
Alcoholic Title: 13% by Vol
Vinification: Careful grapes selection of low yielding vines at the optimal time of harvest. Then the grapes undergo a cold maceration period for 20 hours, followed by classic red vinification with short pumping over in stainless steel tanks and controlled temperatures ensuring optimal expression. Malolactic fermentation and maturation take place in new French barriques for 12 months and bottle ageing in the Estate’s cellar.
Served at: 16-18°C