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Lagara Red (Λαγάρα Ερυθρός)

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TYPE DRY RED P.G.I. ABDERA
GRAPE VARIETIES Merlot (50%) / Syrah (30%) / Pamidi (20%)
ALCOHOL CONTENT 14%
OAK BARREL AGING 18 MONTHS
MATURATION POTENTIAL 15 YEARS AND OVER
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Lagara Red (Λαγάρα Ερυθρός)


SUMMARY INFORMATION (ΣΥΝΟΠΤΙΚΕΣ ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΕΣ)

This wine is named "Lagara", which in the local dialect of Abdera means pure, unpolluted water (derived from the Ancient Greek adjective "lagaros", meaning clear, pure). Lagara Red is a blend of 50% Merlot, 30% Syrah, and 20% Pamidi. It exhibits a deep purple color, with aromas of wild cherry, blueberry, vanilla, and pastry cream, followed by distinct smoky notes and a rich ta

nnic palate. Aging in selected oak barrels (225 liters capacity) for 18 months gives it the potential for long-term maturation and its characteristic long finish.


VINIFICATION (ΟΙΝΟΠΟΙΗΣΗ)

Vinification involves extended maceration (15-20 days) of the Merlot and Syrah varieties in temperature-controlled anaerobic tanks. Towards the end of fermentation, the wine is transferred to 225-liter French oak barrels for 18 months, during which malolactic fermentation also takes place. (Note: Malolactic fermentation converts the sharp malic acid in wine into softer lactic acid, enhancing the wine’s roundness and smoothness.) Barrel aging imparts a rich, full-bodied character to the wine.

Before bottling, Pamidi wine (from the current vintage’s anaerobic tanks) is added to the final blend to enhance the perception of fruitiness in the finished wine. Bottling is done without filtration. After bottling, the wine is stored in the estate’s underground cellars under controlled temperature and humidity conditions for at least six months before being released to the market.


VINEYARD (ΑΜΠΕΛΩΝΑΣ)

The vineyards are located in Abdera, at the southeastern tip of the P.G.I. zone.

  • Vineyard Sites (ΑΜΠΕΛΟΤΟΠΙ): Veloni

  • Planting Years (ΧΡΟΝΙΑ ΦΥΤΕΥΣΗΣ): 1999

  • Elevation (ΥΨΟΜΕΤΡΟ): 80 meters


SENSORY PROFILE (ΓΕΥΣΙΓΝΩΣΙΑ)

  • Appearance (Όψη)
    Deep, purple color
  • Nose (Μύτη)
    Clean nose, with intense aromas of red fruits and spices
  • Palate (Στόμα)
    Intense, well-structured tannins, rich body, and a long finish