TSANTALI RAPSANI P.D.O. Reserve 2016

Description

Ruby red color. Aromas of juicy blackberries and plums with elegant notes of spices, leather and licorice. The palate is round and rich with balanced acidity and lingering tannins. Medium to long finish.

Awards

Silver MUNDUS vini award

Vinification

Harvest: handpicked at the end of September – mid October Traditional fermentation for 8-10 days in open top cement tanks Ferments are hand plunged twice or even three times per day in order to achieve a gentle extraction Malolactic fermentation

Vineyard: Protected Designation of Origin Rapsani

Vine parcels from Sub-zone B (250-500 meters alt)

The Rapsani vineyards extend in the southern slopes of Mount Olympus, known as the Mountain of the gods, reaching an altitude of 800 meters and descending up to the Valley of Tempe which traverses the PDO zone like the River of Peneios. The PDO zone is surrounded by the forest of Kato Olympos range (1,587m. altitude) in the north, and of Mountain Ossa (1,978m. altitude) and River Peneios. In the west, it is bordering with mountain forest, while from the east it is benefited by the impact of the Thermaic Gulf.

The main characteristics of the conditions met in the Rapsani vineyards are: Southeastern exposure Maximum altitude 800 meters above sea level Slope: 2-20% inclination Natural surroundings: forest, shrubland, riverside, vicinity to the sea Climate: mainland mediterranean

Maturation

Maturation: 12 months in French oak barrels 300 Lt (40% new – 60% 2nd and 3rd fill) Ageing: At least 12 months in the bottle before release RAPSANI RESERVE is a wine with great ageing potential evolving the depth of its character.