August's Red

Dry Red Wine

With over half a century of experience in venification at the Valley of the Muses at the foothills of mount Helicon, Lepenioti Winery produces a red wine of exceptional quality.

Variety: Syrah - Merlot

Best Served at: 16-18 °C

Alcohol Level:

13.2%

Tasting notes

Striking purple color, rich aroma of red berries such as blackberry and Wild Cherry. Excellent structure and full body.

Food pairing

Pairs well with grilled red meat dishes such as Strip or Ribeye Steak, Grilled Lamb Chop. Also with, meat with tomato sauce.

Fermentation Process

This variety is vinified at controlled temperature. The must remains in contact with the marc for 3-6 days, until the desired color is obtained. The ethanol fermentation is followed by the malolactic fermentation in order to reduce the overall acidity and provide a smoother aftertaste.