ΕΣΠΑ 2014-2020 - ΕΤΠΑ
ΕΣΠΑ 2014-2020 - ΕΤΠΑ

Naoussa

CATEGORY: Naoussa PDO

About the wine

A red dry wine that retains the traditionality of the noble Xinomavro variety, grown in the charismatic wine growing area of Naoussa. The rich aroma, the distinct bouquet and the deep red color are the trademark of this wine that shares the name that produced it.

Vineyards

Linear at double lanyard

Planting density

2.700 – 3.500 plants per hectare

Maximum Production

10.000 kg grapes per hectare

Wine region

Naoussa Viticultural Region, NW Macedonia

Soil

Clayey and Chalky

Grape Variety

Xinomavro

Type

Red Dry

Harvested

September - October

Vinification

Selection of vineyards, attentive grape harvest in containers of 20kg capacity in order to avoid crushing and oxidation during transportation. Classical method of red wine vinification with extraction of 5 - 6 days at      28 - 30°C. Defermentation and malolactic fermentation follow.

Ageing

12 months in barrel and 6 months in bottle.

Tasting Temperature

16° - 18°C

Cellar

3 to 5 years

Bouquet / Palate

The first sense of aroma is that of wood of the barrel. Intense tannins are seen in the palate, but they blend harmoniously. Warm, mouthfull with balanced acidity and persistent taste of red fruit and spices.

Food Pairing

Rich dishes, grilled or stewed, yellow spicy cheese and red meat

Technical Data

Alcohol

12,50%

Total Acidity

5,6 g/l

Residual Sugar

1,8 g/l

pH

3.4

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