Nostos Alexandra's
Red Dry Wine
Varieties: Syrah 40%, Mourvedre 40%, Grenache Rouge 20%
Soil: Schist, sandy clay loamy, 320-380m (1050-1350ft) and 550-600m (1600-1950ft) in altitude.
Vineyard pruning and trailing:
Syrah: Vertical Shoot Position, trained in double cordon Royat
Mourvedre: Vertical Shoot Position, trained in double cordon Royat
Grenache Rouge: Goblet and Vertical Shoot Position, trained in double cordon Royat
Harvest: Each variety is harvested separately from August 15th to September 10th.
Vinification: The red varieties Syrah, Mourvedre and Grenache, are vinified separately in temperature controlled tanks. Syrah is being vinified in oak casks, whereas Mourvedre and Grenache in stainless steel tanks. Maceration lasts from 12-25 days depending on the variety. After maceration is complete, the wine is racked into oak barrels (75% French oak, 25% US oak) where malolactic fermentation takes place and it matures for 10 months. All barrels are new and there are being replaced every four years.
CHARACTERISTICS:
Clear with dense ruby color and rich legs. Fruity aromas that are simultaneously dense and fresh.Aromas include strawberry, black cherry, mulberry, some notes of tobacco and spices.Full and dry mouth with smooth tannins and again, fresh fruit. It has a long and clean finish that accentuates the spices present. Ready to drink now and will remain at its peak for the next 2 to 4 years.
FOOD PAIRING: Nostos Alexandra’s is best served with roasted meats and casseroles.
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