Karavitakis Winery Elia Sangiovese 75cl
Among the best Sangiovese from outside Italy!Sangiovese comes from the privately-owned vineyards of the estate, in Pontikiana of Chania. After great care in the vineyard, and insistence on the perfect phenolic ripeness of the grape, follows careful vinification of the precious juice. Then the wine matures in French oak barrels for about 11 months. Only 20% are new barrels while the rest are of second and third use. The reason for this is because they do not want to overshadow the delicate and aromatic character of this special variety. And if you ask us, they do it perfectly!
Use a decanter to help it to unfold its complicated character and put some slow-cooked meat on the side and you can thank us later.
It has medium ruby color in the glass.
Seductive nose, with moderate aromatic intensity with notes of cherry, strawberry jam, sour cherry, raspberry and tea leaves in the beginning. Vanilla, nutmeg, cedar, mushroom, forest floor, leather, cocoa, and marjoram are gradually unfolding.
On the palate it is medium bodied, with moderate tannins and moderate (+) acidity, perfectly balancing the whole. Juicy cherry, berry and sour cherry accompanied with chocolate, tea, vanilla, thyme, marjoram, and earthy notes. Enjoyable, unforgettable aftertaste of tea leaves…
