Venetsanos Mandilaria, 2019, 13.5%, 0.75 L

Classification – dry red wine, PGI Cyclades.

Grape variety – Mandilaria 100%.

Vineyard – “Agia Marina” vineyard near Megalochori, Santorini.

Vinification – 90-hour cold maceration with crushed grapes, followed by red fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 16–18 °C for 15–20 days. The wine then ages for 18 months in oak on the lees.

Appearance – deep red with violet highlights.

Aroma – red fruit aromas of cherry and strawberry, with dried fig, mulberry leaf and vanilla from the oak.

Palate – structured and medium-bodied, with firm varietal tannins, noticeable acidity and notes of plum and clove. The finish is intense and long.

Food pairing – ribeye with gravy, beef stew, guinea fowl with mushrooms, roast lamb and pasta with lobster or red mullet.

Serving temperature – 14 °C.