Manousakis Winery
Nostos Organic Syrah- Dry Red Wine 750ML
Manousakis Winery- Notos Organic Syrah Dry Red Wine
Over the millennia the Lefka Ori Mountains of Western Crete have absorbed the quiet life cycle for thousands of the island’s native flora. When you walk these mountains in the spring it takes you on a sensory adventure filled with the scents of rosemary, thyme, sage, lavender, and chamomile. In the fall, they descend back to the soil and are absorbed and thus the quiet life cycle continues.
The winery is the realization of Ted Manousakis' dream. It began in 1984, when the hills around the village of Vatolakkos were still untouched by civilization and the wild herbs of Crete were abundant and fragrant. The philosophy at the Manousakis Winery is simple they believe in carefully and organically cultivating their vines to absorb this scent-filled terroir. This allows the flavors of the grapes combine with the herbs for an incomparable taste. Each bottle of their Wine captures the character of this island, and the slopes of the Lefka Ori.
Characteristics of The Notos Organic Syrah : Clear, almost opaque dark purple color with nearly static legs. Intense, dense aromas of black fruit, tobacco, black pepper, ink and coffee. Simultaneously very complex and young in character. Mouth full of varietal character. Full bodied with intense tannins that are softened by the high level of alcohol. Flavors of black berries, black pepper and Wild Mountain herbs. Exceptionally long finish with freshness but rich at the same time.
Food pairing: This Syrah is best matched with game, barbequed meat, stewed meat, and all red meats served with spicy sauce.
Variety: Syrah
Soil: Schist, sandy clay loamy, 320-380m (1050-1350ft) and 550-600m (1600-1950ft) in altitude Protected Geographical Indication Chania
Vineyard pruning and training: Vertical Shoot Position, trained in double Cordon Royat
Harvest: August 15th to August 30th
Vinification: Classic red vinification in open oak vats and controlled temperature. Maceration lasts around 25 days. After maceration is complete the wine is racked into oak barrels (75% French oak, 25% US oak) for ageing over 10 months. All barrels are bought new and are replaced every 6 years.
Enjoy this wine with a grazing board full cheese, charcuterie, Greek olives, fig pie and bite-sized artisan delicacies.
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750ml
14.5% Alcohol Content
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