Karanika Cuvee Rose Brut, 11.5%, 0.75 L

Classification - extra brut rose sparkling varietal wine from Greece.

Varietal Composition - Xinomavro ungrafted 98%, Limniona 2%.

Vineyard - for Xinomavro from Rasto, Prisecca, Sotirtsko, for Limniona from Levea, soil sand - clay, altitude 650 m.

Vinification - destemmed, crushed and lightly pressed in pneumatic press to obtain free run juice, after 2 hours maceration. Temperature-controlled fermentation at 18-22 °C, low sulphur use, no chemical additives, second fermentation in bottle – Traditional method. Sur latte for 12 months, released 3 months after disgorging.

Eye - velvet pink-gold, nervous sparks and abundant mousse.

Nose - fruity, mineral and slightly yeasty, aromas of strawberry, raspberry, everlasting tiny bubbles.

Palate - the wine’s impressive structure is based on acidity and some tannins finished off with a long citrus aftertaste. Cold climate type of sparkling wine.

Pairing Suggestions - fish carpaccio and sushi, white cheese and even barbeque meat to contrast the fattiness.

Best served at 6-8 °C.