ΜΕΛΙΣΣΙΝΟΣ ΚΟΚΚΙΝΟ – Organic Wines Crete

Melissinos Red

Product of organic farming

An elegant, aromatic Syrah with intense aromas.

Crete has a long tradition of producing high-quality Syrah wines. The island’s unique climate contributes to a rich character with refined tannins. Warm temperatures, combined with balanced acidity, create the ideal conditions for producing exceptional wines.

This Syrah is ideal for collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate the aging potential of red wines, with a maturation potential of up to 25 years.

For maximum enjoyment, decanting 30 minutes before serving is recommended.

GRAPE VARIETIES

100% Syrah

CLASSIFICATION

P.G.I Crete

BOTTLE

750 ml,
1.5 liters (limited production)

Great with

Aged game, hearty red meat dishes, hard cheeses, pasta, and vegetable dishes with spicy sauces.

AROMA

Complex and intense aromas of red fruits, chocolate, coffee, spices, and vanilla.

VINIFICATION

The must undergoes alcoholic fermentation and maceration in stainless steel tanks, with a total maceration period of 20 days. Malolactic fermentation, followed by 8 months of aging, takes place in new or second-use French oak barrels, in the presence of fine lees. The wine ages in the bottle for an additional 6–8 months in our underground cellar.

COLOUR

Deep ruby red with purple highlights.

PALATE

Full-bodied, with rich volume, refined tannins, and a velvety texture.

SERVED AT

17-18⁰C

AGING

8 months in oak barrels

AGING IN A CELLAR

6–8 months in our underground cellar

TYPE OF OAK

French oak, new or reclaimed

BARREL CAPACITY

2,25 HL

Technical Properties

Alchohol (% vol)

Residual sugars (g/L)

Total Acidity (g/L tartaric acid)

5.01

Total Sulfur Dioxide SO2 (mg/L)

pH

3.54

Certifications

Organic Certification for winemaking and cultivation: 2019-000000018892, issued by DIO (Organization for the Inspection and Certification of Organic Products).

Awards

Bronze medal at the Decanter International Wine Competition for the 2016 vintage.
Bronze medal at the 2020 Thessaloniki International Wine and Spirits Competition for the 2016 vintage, with a score of 88 points.
Silver medal at the 2014 Decanter International Wine Competition for the 2013 vintage.
Silver medal at the 2012 Thessaloniki International Wine and Spirits Competition for the 2009 vintage.