THE BLACK SHEEP SYRAH – MERLOT 2015
Dry Red Wine
Protected Geographical Indication Mount Pangeon
The Black Sheep, an eccentric name for a product that stresses out its diversity and particularity. Its thoroughly modern philosophy is evident from its contemporary appearance, its screw cap and its characteristic freshness. It is produced at the Mackedon Winery at Platanotopos, Kavala, while the vineyards are found in a small distance.
The Black Sheep red wine is made from the varieties Syrah and Merlot, which cultivation has offered satisfactory results.
Wine with vivid ruby red color with purple highlights. Intense aromas of ripe red fruit and plum coming from Merlot varietal combined with the most pleasing spicy aromas of Syrah. Full-bodied wine with a spicy mouth, good acidity and aftertaste and harmony between the acidity and the tannins. Served at 15-18°C, it is a worthy accompaniment to red meat, braised meat casserole, refreshing green salads and pungent cheeses.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Type of wine: Dry Red Wine.
Appellation: Protected Geographical Indication Pangeon.
Varietals: Syrah 60%, Merlot 40%.
Production Area: Northern Greece, in Macedonia, at the local community of Platanotopos, near the town of Kavala, on the slopes of Mount Pangeon.
Vineyards: Linear vineyards planted in soils of average composition, 3-10 km from the sea among the foothills of Mount Pangeon.
Harvest : Second third of September.
Vinification Method: The pre-fermentation extraction (skin contact) method is applied for three days. Then follows a classic red wine vinification, ages in French oak barrels for 4-6 months. The choice of screw cap enhances the fresh approach that is carried out in the classic varieties of Macedon winery.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13%
Total Acidity: 5,30g/l
Residual Sugar : 2,68g/l
pH: 3,63
Tasting Notes : Vivid ruby red color with purple highlights. Intense aromas of ripe red fruit and plum coming from Merlot varietal combined with the most pleasing spicy aromas of Syrah. Full-bodied wine with a spicy mouth, good acidity and aftertaste and harmony between the acidity and the tannins.
Aging: Will respond to aging for 5 years after harvest.
Perfect Pairing: With red meat, braised meat casserole, refreshing green salads and pungent cheeses.
Serving Temperature: 15-18oC.