LION D’OR CHARDONNAY 2016

Dry White Wine
Protected Geographical Indication Pangeon

Its name refers to a great, noble product. The Lion D’ Or family is produced at the Mackedon Winery at Platanotopos, Kavala. It is a single-variety wine with screw cap and “lively” appearance.

For the cultivation and vinification of the most popular version of Greek Chardonnay, the Lion D’ Or white wine, we chose the most famous and the very favorite variety in the world.

Wine characterized by a limpid yellow-green color, fruity aromas of citrus, melon and pineapple. Rich and charming body with a balanced flavor and pleasant acidity. Long fruity aftertaste with typical mango aromas. Served at 8-10οC, excellent match for seafood, fish, white meats, Chinese food and Mediterranean casserole recipes.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Type of wine: Dry White Wine.

Appellation: Protected Geographical Indication Pangeon.

Vinification Method: The pre-fermentation extraction (skin contact) method is applied for 10-18 hours to achieve the enrichment of musts combined with the native perfumes of Pangeon Mt. Exclusively made of 100% vin de goutte. Classic white wine fermentation at controlled temperatures 12-16 ° C.

Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,1%
Total Acidity: 5,55 g/l
Residual Sugar : 3,75 g/l
pH: 3,4

Tasting Notes: Limpid yellow-green color, fruity aromas of citrus, melon and pineapple. Rich and charming body with a balanced flavor and pleasant acidity. Long fruity aftertaste with typical mango aromas.

Aging : Will respond to aging for up to 3-4 years after harvest.

Perfect Pairing : Served at 8-10οC, excellent match  for seafood, fish, white meats, Chinese food and Mediterranean casserole recipes.