GAVALAS SANTORINI MAVROTRÁGANO RED DRY 2022

Protected Indication of Origin (PGI) Cyclades

Gavalas Winery

Technical Data

• Variety: Mavrotragano 100%
• Harvest: 2022
• Alcohol Content: 13.4% vol.
• Total Acidity (Tartaric Acid): 5.7 g/L
• Residual Sugar: 3.5 g/L
• pH: 3.4
• Harvest Date: August 9-13, 2022
• Bottling Date: June 28, 2023
• Production: 4,700 bottles

Vineyard and Winemaking

• Region: Santorini, Greece
• Grape: Mavrotragano, a variety native to the island, known for its high aging potential.
• Winemaking: Traditional red winemaking method, with cold pre-fermentation maceration for 4 days . Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, with prolonged extraction and daily pumping over . The wine is then matured for 8 months in first to third use French oak barrels , giving it complexity and elegance.

Sensory Characteristics

• Aroma: Concentrated notes of black fruits , such as plum and blueberry, combined with herbs and a touch of sweet pepper .
• Palate: Structured and enveloping, with a full body, velvety tannins and high acidity , resulting in a long and persistent finish.

Harmonization

Ideal to accompany intense and tasty dishes, such as:

• Grilled and roasted red meats
• Game with spices and peppers
• Cured and smoked cheeses

Storage Potential

With the structure to evolve, this wine has the potential to be stored for over 10 years , becoming even more complex with time.

Discover the elegance and tradition of Santorini in your glass.