{"id":3083,"date":"2019-07-25T01:41:29","date_gmt":"2019-07-24T22:41:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/afianeswines.gr\/?post_type=product&p=3083"},"modified":"2026-06-08T18:04:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T15:04:22","slug":"icarus-black-dry-red-2018","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/afianeswines.gr\/en\/product\/icarus-black-dry-red-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"ICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs][vc_tta_section title=”TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS – VINIFICATION – AGING” tab_id=”1606139690598-260c4989-044d”][vc_column_text]Wine<\/strong>: Natural dry red.<\/p>\n

Varietal composition<\/strong>: Fokiano variety 100%.<\/p>\n

Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)<\/strong>: Ikaria<\/p>\n

Region\/Vine domain<\/strong>: Ikaria\/ Prof. Ilias (600m alt.)<\/p>\n

Vinification: <\/strong>Traditional red winemaking process in stainless steel containers. Aging for 12 months in French oak barrels, which are custom-made according to various tests conducted on the freshly produced wine. Wild indigenous yeast fermentation; bottled unfiltered & unfined; without any addition of sulfites.<\/p>\n

Aging: <\/strong>Best consumed after 8 years of aging.<\/p>\n

Production:\u00a0<\/strong>1600 bottles.<\/p>\n

ICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018 from Ikaria<\/h3>\n

This dry red wine expresses the powerful side of Fokiano, one of Ikaria\u2019s most important indigenous grape varieties. It comes from the Prof. Ilias area, at around 600 meters altitude, where mountain freshness, sea breeze and the wild Ikarian landscape shape a wine with depth, structure and aromatic intensity.<\/p>\n

ICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018 and 100% Fokiano<\/h3>\n

Fokiano gives this wine ripe fruit, warmth and a distinctive tannic structure. In addition, the variety brings notes of wild cherry, black mulberry and black pepper. Therefore, ICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018 works beautifully for wine lovers who enjoy natural red wines with body, gastronomic character and ageing potential.<\/p>\n

French oak barrel ageing<\/h3>\n

Afianes Wines ages this wine for 12 months in French oak barrels. The oak adds warm aromas, subtle spice and greater complexity. At the same time, it helps the tannins become softer and more integrated. As a result, the wine remains rich and expressive while keeping balance and elegance.<\/p>\n

Natural vinification and authentic character<\/h3>\n

The vinification follows a natural and minimal-intervention approach. The wine ferments with wild indigenous yeasts and is bottled unfiltered, unfined and without added sulfites. Because of this method, it keeps the personality of the grape variety and the vineyard clear. Moreover, it expresses the raw intensity of Fokiano and the unique character of Ikaria.<\/p>\n

Taste profile of ICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018<\/h3>\n

In the glass, this wine shows a ruby red color with long-lasting legs. On the nose, it offers ripe red fruits together with warm aromas from French oak. On the palate, it feels rich and warm, with soft tannins, wild cherry, black mulberry and black pepper. Finally, the aftertaste stays soft, persistent and satisfying.<\/p>\n

Food pairing ideas<\/h3>\n

You can pair this wine with high-fat and spicy yellow cheeses, BBQ dishes, grilled boar and lamb with roasted potatoes, rosemary and thyme. It also works beautifully with spicy red sauces, entrec\u00f4te, beef fillet and rich Mediterranean recipes. In addition, its oak character and tannic structure make it a strong match for smoky and grilled flavors.<\/p>\n

Serving and ageing<\/h3>\n

Serve ICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018 at 16\u201318\u00b0C. This temperature helps the fruit, oak, tannins and warm structure stay balanced. Also, let the wine open in the glass or in a decanter for a few minutes, especially if you want more aromatic depth. The wine is best consumed after eight years of ageing.<\/p>\n

Discover more red wines from Afianes<\/h3>\n

Finally, ICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018 belongs to the red wine world of Afianes Wines, where Fokiano, natural vinification and the terroir of Ikaria shape every bottle. To explore more wines from the same category, visit the Red Wines collection<\/a>. For winery moments, pairings and stories from Ikaria, follow Afianes Wines on Instagram<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_tabs][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

A special dry red wine from Fokiano variety (100%) that matures for 12 months in french oak barrels from Seguin Morreau, and gives us a wine with high complexity, rich, warm and tannic character.<\/p>\n

Ruby red color with long lasting legs .<\/p>\n

Complex \u201cnose\u201d consisting of ripe red fruits, as well as warm aromas from French oak.<\/p>\n

Rich & warm taste with soft tannins; flavors of wild cherry, black mulberry and black pepper on the tongue . Soft & long-lasting aftertaste.<\/p>\n

Food Pairing :\u00a0<\/strong>High fat and spicy yellow cheeses, bbq and grilled boar or lamb with roasted potatoes with rosemary and thyme. Red spicy sauces with entrecote and bon fillet.<\/p>\n

Best served at 16-18\u00b0C.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":36155,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[58],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-3083","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-red-wines-en","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"yoast_head":"\nICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018 | Afianes Wines<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"ICARUS BLACK DRY RED 2018 from Ikaria, crafted from 100% Fokiano. 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