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- HATZIDAKIS, SANTORINI, Greece – Organic
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SICILIA Continued… ARIANNA OCCHIPINTI, VITTORIA, Sicilia – Biodynamic The SP68 is the name of the main road that passes near to Arianna’s home town of Vittoria….it lies in the far south of Sicily just to the west of Ragusa. It is here that she has been making wine for the past ten years under the tutelage of her uncle, Giusto Occhipinti who owns and runs the famous COS estate. . All the vineyards are worked using biodynamic principals and the work in the cellar is measured…not pushing the wine in any way…letting it find its own space…natural yeasts, no temperature control, no fining or filtration and minimal SO2 at bottling. SP 68 Rosso is slightly turbid purple/red in the glass showing aromas of wild cherries, plum and mulberry with just a touch of raspberry lift. There are hints of flowers, leather, smoke, spice and herbs with wafts of liquorice, earth and mandarin rind. In the mouth the initial attack of fruit is awash with wild cherry sheathed in tobacco leaf with supporting fruit flavours of dark plum and blackberry. A very pretty wine on the palate with violet-like floral flicks across the leather and spice backdrop with hints of roasted meats, citrus rind and scattered herbs. It’s delicious and lively with a nice, lingering finish set upon a plinth of ripe, fine grained gravelly tannins. Super drinking…it doesn’t mind a bit of chilling down also which is a godsend at this time of the year…a bit of time in the fridge is ideal…it tightens up a little and is a joy to drink. Long known as a blending grape, Frappato, in the hand of Arianna Occhipinti, is an extraordinary wine. Light in colour yet remarkable in complexity with notes of cherry, raspberry and white pepper, this wine shows cool climate characteristics in Sicily. 70% of the Frappato is macerated for two months on its skins, while the other 30% stays on its skins for eight months. The fluidity, the everchanging character of this wine is truly remarkable. Every time you think you have it pinned down, it throws something else at you. Here you are smelling cherries, and in come the figs, the raisins, before a whiff of fresh-cooked strawberries runs by. Pepper? Or is that smoke? Or maybe dried leaves. Or… no, maybe more blood orange. And then there’s that floral character. A little volatile acidity is there, but it gets completely swallowed up by the swirl of aromas that keeps dancing around in the glass. The cepage for the SP 68 Bianco is two obscure Sicilian varieties: Zibibbo (a regional name for Muscat of Alexandria) and Albanella. Zibibbo doo-dah. The nose offers notes of white flowers, pink grapefruit, lychee, fresh oregano, and spice. It’s a deeply aromatic wine that is surprisingly light on the palate (11.5% alcohol). There’s some maceration on the skins, so you’ll get a bit of tannin on the finish along with an intriguing olive-y note. Siccagno is Arianna’s top Nero d’Avola: is from organically farmed alberello-trained 35yr vines from sandy chalk soil at 270m. The wine undergoes a 30 day maceration with 22 months in 25hl Slavonian oak barrels. The nose reminds one of leather, liquorice and cloves, the palate is more savoury than fruity, sanguine and meaty.. Arianna describes the wine: “Siccagno is my Nero d’Avola, born from those concentrated grapes which we precisely call Siccagna. Nero relates mostly Sicily – that it is wild, but it is also fresh and elegant and it is red fruit flavoured. That it has something noble and aristocratic, but it is also melancholic as a poet or a philosopher. That it is passionate, full of warmth and contrasts. The Nero which is the grape of our fathers and unites Sicily from corner to corner and it better gathers the spirit for centuries. A wine which I deeply love and since the first year it has always been with me.” Arianna’s wines induce in one a state of tuman (an Indonesian term describing where you find something enjoyable and want to have it again).
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SP 68 BIANCO W
2016 SP 68 ROSSO R
IL FRAPPATO R
2014 SICCAGNO ROSSO R
- 301 - GREECE On the breathtaking island of Santorini, the predominant grape is Assyrtiko which produces superb dry and dessert appellation wines. The dry wines are so mineral that when you crush the grapes apparently you get pumice not pomace. After the devastating volcanic explosion, circa 1650 BC, the island was covered with volcanic ash, lava and pumice stone. This catastrophe created the foundation for perfect soil conditions which now help produce the very distinctive wines of Santorini.
Traditional Santorinian dishes might include the fava dip, a salad with cherry tomatoes with the local chloro cheese, the Santorini cucumber, ‘Katsouni’ and capers, stuffed onions, tomato keftedes (tomato rissoles), and the round fat baby courgettes grown locally. Favourite main courses are dishes of grilled meat, or seafood such as octopus, squid, red snapper and kalamari. The fava of Santorini is extremely tasty and is used by the locals in the same way that Italians use pasta. This is basic food which is served is various different ways, depending on the time of year. Summer fava is made with a red sauce with capers and is known as ‘married’. Winter fava is sautéed with fried ‘kabourma’ (smoked pork).
HATZIDAKIS, SANTORINI, Greece – Organic “Few wines taste of disaster and catastrophe… [one of the most evocative] was born of a volcanic explosion, many times more powerful than Krakatau, which blew the heart out of one of Greece’s Cycladic islands. The exact moment remains conjectural, but recent radiocarbon dating of a buried olive branch suggests sometime around 1614 BC: the wine is the Assyrtiko-based white of Santorini. It is, for me, the most pronounced vin de terroir in the world. In no other wine can you smell and taste with such clarity the mineral soup and bright sunlight which, gene-guided, structures the grape and its juice. As an unmasked terroiriste, there was no vineyard I was keener to visit… “Santorini has some of the world’s oldest vine roots…in the world’s youngest soils. When you taste a Santorini white, you are tasting a collision in plate tectonics…Like a geological slipped disc, Santorini is where the pain keeps erupting… (It can only be) Andrew Jefford Hatzidakis wines are one of the most recent creations of Santorini vineyards. The winemaker and oenologist, Haridimos Hatzidakis, worked for other wine companies before finally settling in Santorini. He produced his first wine back in 1997, and since then he has put his name strong on the Santorini and Greek wine map. The Santorini vineyard provided a challenge. Most of his vineyards are on the outskirts of the village of Pyrgos Kallistis at a height of 150-300 metres facing north to north-east. He renovated an old ‘canava’, near the village of Pyrgos (the ‘canava’ is a type of building unique to Santorini. It is built below ground, the roof has the shape of a dome and the building has all the necessary climatic characteristics for the vinification, storing and aging of wines). He has worked organically from the beginning and since then he has managed to apply organic viticulture to every plot of land. The vines are amazing, curled into bird’s nest shapes on the bare ashy soil for protection from the strong winds. Coming off the sea, the nocturnal fog brings needed water to the vines during the hot summer nights and together with the refreshing northerly winds provide excellent growing conditions for the creation of the superb Santorini wines. Hatzidakis produces the classic range of Santorini wines, thus the Assyrtico, the Nyxteri, the aged Assyrtico, the organic Aidani-Assyrtico, the rare red Mavrotragano, and the all-classic Vinsanto of Santorini dessert wine, the last two in limited quantities. Assyrtico, Nykteri, Aidani and Mavrotragano are all local Santorini varieties, whilst Assyrtico is also cultivated in many other regions and has proved to be a fascinating variety. One of the Hatzidakis wines contains Aidani with a little bit of Assyrtiko from non-irrigated, ungrafted, organic old vines. Fermented and matured in stainless steel this appealing white has pale yellow colour with a delicate nose of muscat, roses and apricots with a medium body and that warm fleshy apricot fruit. Assyrtiko Cuvée 15 is pure organic Assyrtiko, a mixture of old and new vines. After wild yeast ferment the wine is briefly matured in tank. Bone dry with hints of apple skin and notes of melon, long and intense with lemony minerality, terrific acidity and salty nuances, a very pure, uncompromising, but rather wonderful Assyrtiko that relishes chargrilled baby octopus or red mullet. Pronouncing this wine is guaranteed to harden your arteries. Drinking it will unblock them. Voudomato (the name of the grape means bull’s eye) is a red sweet wine made from 500 year old ungrafted vines grown on sand and volcanic ash. After harvesting the grapes are laid out to raisin in the sun, before undergoing a slow 60-day fermentation in stainless steel tanks and subsequent five year ageing in old barrels. The colour of the wine is oxblood, the nose reminiscent of liqueur cherries and balsam. 2015
ASSYRTIKO CUVEE 15 W
2015 AIDANI
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2008 VOUDOMATO – ½ bottle Sw
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Cephalonia has been known for its wine culture since ancient times. This may be explained by the exceptional island microclimate generated by a combination of the Black Mountain [Ainos] 1628 metres and the nature of the mainly limestone soils giving definition to the local grapes such as Robola, Mavrodafni, Moschato, Vostilidi and Moschatela. The vineyards are mainly on own root systems, and dry farming ensures very small yields of concentrated grapes with high sugars and strong mineral character. The Sclavos family was a naval family, some of whom emigrated to Odessa in Russia, and traded in the distribution of wheat with their privately-owned commercial boats. In 1860 their grand grandfather [Evriviadis] opened a big winery in the city. After the Russian revolution in 1917 the family returned to Cephalonia, purchased a property of 5 acres in the region of Palli near the hill of Laskarato and planted vines. Two generations later the old vineyards saw the cultivation of the Mavrodafni of Kefallinia and Vostilidi. Biodynamic methods have been employed for 20 years and the vineyard is accredited by the DIO organisation. Methods involve following using an approved calendar for farming practices, the utilisation of biological remedies and preparations, the restoration of balance in the soils to allow root systems to grown, and following lunar and cosmic influences. Vinification always takes place with indigenous yeasts, with nothing added to the wines all of which complete their malolactic fermentation. Maturation takes place for one year in Allier oak barrels. The wines are bottled without filtration or fining and normally no sulphur is added except in the wetter vintages (and even then, only in very small quantities) Orgion is produced from grapes of the local variety Mavrodaphne of Kefalonia which is cultivated in a traditional way in this zone. The winemaking process includes a long slow period of extraction followed by alcoholic as well as malolactic fermentation, aging for at least one year in French oak barrels made from Allier wood and bottling without undergoing any further processing. The resulting wine is exceptionally rich and deep in colour, with a powerful, complex character, ripe wild- berry flavours and a long finish. The wine’s production is limited, and it continues a 300 year old family tradition. Idis tou Iliou (Sweetness of the Sun) is produced from the grapes of the long-established, local variety Muscat of Kefalonia which is cultivated in the region of Katogi on the Palliki peninsula. Ripe healthy grapes are spread out under the sun to dehydrate. Due to the high sugar content of the pressed juice, alcoholic fermentation is not completed, resulting in residual sugars. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels and has characteristic aromas of dried fruit and raisins, balanced acidity and a delicately sweet flavour. This dessert wine is produced in limited quantities. Efranor comes from the grapes of the long-established, local varieties Moscatela and Vostilidi of Kefallinia which is cultivated in the region of Katogi on the Palliki peninsula. This is a dry version. The wine has the intense Moshatela aromas, balanced acidity and a full, long finish. Finely aromatic with citrus fruit and typical roses on the nose. Nice interplay between flowers and savoury characteristics with a touch of phenolics. Interesting blend of Muscat and local Vostilidi. It pairs well with shellfish, fish and fruit. Vino di Sasso is produced using organic grapes of the local Robola of Kefalonia variety grown within the Robola appellation zone. This unique variety gives top quality white wines with good acidity and delicate aromas of freshly cut fruit. The appellation zone has a special limestone terroir, and its microclimate is influenced by the imposing heights of Mount Ainos. Together, these features make for unique vineyards that give distinctive wines of exceptional quality. To signify the special character of this wine Sclavos called it Vino di Sasso (wine from the stone), first given to it by Lord Napier, a former British High Commissioner. 2016
EFRANOR WHITE W
2016 VINO DI SASSO ROBOLA UNFILTERED WHITE W
ORGION ROUGE R
2013 OENOS IDIS MUSCAT – 50 cl Sw
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DIMITRIS GEORGAS, MESOGAIA, ATTICA, Greece - Organic Dimitris Georgas is a 4th generation vine grower and winemaker. He took over the family vineyards almost 20 years ago. Since then the vineyards have been certified organic. The 6 ha vineyards are spread throughout the region of Mesogaia (Ancient Greek name Meso =in the middle + Gaia= the land of Attica peninsula (Athens area). Mesogaia is one of the oldest wine regions of Greece, specialising in the indigenous Savatiano white vines, where PGI Attika wines are produced. The dominant features of this dry climate are the gently sloping hills, low rainfall and temperate climate (located between two seas). More locally, there are big olive trees between the vineyards, as well as fig and almond. Descriptions of viticulture and wines date back to 300 BC. The family vineyard is scattered over twelve small, but discrete parcels on dry clay marls soils. The oldest vines are the dry- farmed Savatiano (50 years +). Biodynamic preparations have been applied in some of the vineyards since 2000. Retsina is the catch-all term for resinated wines. The tradition originates in the Attica wine region, where the fresh pine resin of the native old pine trees in Attica (Pinus Halapensis) was introduced into the must of the white Savatiano before fermentation. Retsina and non resinated Savatiano dry wines had a strong century long history, being the key player in the local white wines of Athens between 1850 and 1980. In this case the grapes are fermented in stainless vats with native yeasts. Before that there is a five-day cold maceration on the skins in tank. The fresh resin, collected from local Aleppo pines in late summer, is added to the fresh must before fermentation and stays there until the first racking (2-3 months). Premium quality Retsina carries the characteristic balsamic aroma of pine which, however, does not inhibit grape aromas. The imperceptible sense of bitterness leaves a refreshing aftertaste and makes Retsina the ideal companion of the flavourful dishes of traditional Greek cuisine. There is no barrel ageing. Retsina is best fresh; it takes about a couple of months after bottling to begin to develop the secondary lemony aromas and also to soften the tannins. The malolactic occurs in the bottle. No sulphur is added to this wine. Hazy amber hue, care of the skin contact, aromas of dried lemon, warm apricot skin, roasted spice, dry, warm, spicy sensation in the mouth, hint of balsam, dry honey and a quinine finish. The wine goes with Greek mezze - small pieces of different foods such as deep-fried fish or meat, feta cheese and Greek salad. The complexity, the pine resin, and the good level of acidity of this wine due to its vinification with traditional wine-making techniques make it a good accompaniment to the richer dishes of Greek cuisine, as especially barbecued and roasted meats. 2016
RETSINA OF MESOGAIA W
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MOROCCO
LES CELLIERS DE MEKNES The ancient Phoenicians believed that the sun was carried across the sky on the back of an enormous snake. So what? So they were idiots.
The Appellation Guerrouane is a region of northern Morocco, located south of the imperial city of Meknès in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains in between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean. This area has been known for producing wines for more than 2000 years and certainly since the time of the Roman Empire. The vineyards are at an altitude of 550 metres and benefit from a dry, sunny climate and sandy soils giving subtle, easy to drink wines. Les Trois Domaines Blanc is a blend of Sauvignon, Clairette and Ugni Blanc, while the soft, fruity red is Cinsault, Grenache and Carignan (traditional fermentation for the first two grapes, carbonic maceration for the Carignan). The Beni M’Tir wines are from higher altitude vines grown on clay soils and have more structure. The Riad Jamil Rouge is made from hand-harvested Carignan aged in Allier and Tronçais oak barrels. Full bodied dark berry red with rich and robust raspberry fruit. Warm and well rounded with soft tannins and complex, cedar, vanilla, spicy notes. An oaked red of considerable power and quality. In October1998 by order of the Ministry of Agriculture, the first controlled appellation of Morocco was created. The delimitation of the geographic area included the districts of Sidi-Slimane, Mjat and Boufekrane, a region known for producing quality wines for centuries. It is within this area that the best soils have benefited from a classification in CRU, another first in the history of Moroccan viticulture. The vineyards for Château Roslane are situated on limestone-clay soils in a region of generally low rainfall. Unlike the Riad Jamil this is a blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah are the components. The harvest takes place at the end of August into September and is done by hand with grapes being transported in small cagettes. The yields are an extremely low 30hl/ha. The wine is raised in new fine-grained barriques made from Allier and Tronçais oak and aged for 30 months in oak and bottle before release. This is a dark wine with powerful balsamic notes, plenty of fruit and toasty oak. Download 6.21 Mb. Do'stlaringiz bilan baham: |
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