Destemming, gentle crushing, and light pressing to extract the free-run juice. Alcoholic fermentation occurs with indigenous yeasts at a controlled temperature of 18°C. Minimal addition of sulfites, no additives. Then, a second fermentation in the bottle, where the wine remains on the lees for 12-24 months (méthode traditionnelle). Released to the market 1 month after disgorgement.
Yellow color with pink highlights in the glass, showcasing the effervescence and bubbles. Pronounced acidity, balancing with a slightly bitter aftertaste reminiscent of green walnut. On the nose, aromas of brioche, lime, ripe apricot, pear, strawberry. Creamy effervescence with tiny bubbles and refreshing acidity. Excellent balance and long finish. A quintessential example of sparkling wine from a cool-climate region.
The variety...
Xinomavro is the principal red wine grape of the uplands of Naousa in the regional unit of Imathia, and around Amyntaio, in Macedonia, Greece. Xinomavro (ksee-NOH-mah-vroh), is a red-wine grape originating in Greece, more particularly in north-western part of Greece, in the Emathia region of Macedonia, the monovarietal appellations is from Naousa and Amynteo.
Nestled in the heart of Amyndeon (Amyntaion), Greece’s coolest wine-producing region, Domaine Karanika is a beacon of organic and biodynamic winemaking.
Founded by Laurens M. Hartman-Karanika and Annette van Kampen, a Dutch-Greek duo with a passion for natural wines, the winery was born from their dream of crafting world-class sparkling wines using the méthode traditionnelle.