Alpha Sauvignon Blanc, 2023, 13.5%, 0.75 L
Classification – dry white wine, PGI Florina.
Varietal Composition - Sauvignon Blanc 100%.
Vineyard - situated at an altitude of 620-710 m, sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Vinification - destemming, optical grape sorting and light crushing. Skin contact for 4-8 hours, controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks with cooling jackets, maintenance of wine ‘’sur lies’’ for four months with regular stirring.
Eye - brilliant light-yellow color with greenish hints.
Nose - strong and lively nose, typical Sauvignon Blanc, suggesting gooseberry, passion fruits, melon, litchi with a note of honeysuckle.
Palate - round and mellow on the palate, quite fat balanced although, with plenty of finesse. Crispy and well structured, reminding the nose aromas with a hint of lime. A richly textured wine with superb length and balance. A classy wine with long finish and persistent aromas.
Pairing Suggestions - accompanies perfectly a huge range of “fruit de mer” dishes, grilled fishes, eastern gastronomy and pastas.
Best served at 12 °C.