Wine: Dry Rosé.
Varietal composition: Fokiano 100%.
Protected Geographical Indication (PGI): Ikaria
Region/Vine domain: Ikaria/Rahes
Vinification: Destemming without pressing. The grape juice remains with the pomace for 3 hours. After that, it is pressed and cold soaked and then it is fermented in a controlled environment inside a closed stainless steel tank at a temperature lower than 12°C. After the end of the fermentation and the primary removal of sediment, the wine is stirred with its noble lees every 10 days for 3 months until it is finally bottled.
Aging: Icarus rosé is susceptible to aging of at least 10 years. Orange-red highlights increase while its nose becomes less vibrant. While aging its flavor characteristics improve, concluding to blackberry marmalade. Most of its crisp remains as well as its vivid aftertaste.
Best consumed now.
