HALKIDIKIS 1999
				Location The vineyards of Halkidiki lay on small hills, close to the sea. Soil Mainly sandy-clay. Sub-soil Deep calcareous Climate Typical Mediterranean, (long hot summers, mild winters) with a high sunshine index during the growing and maturation season. Varietal composition Xinomavro which is the dominant grape variety in Macedonia at 70% and Merlot at 30%. Age of vines 50ha. planted under Xinomavro (over 30 years old vines) and 10ha. under Merlot (more than 8 years old vines). Yields 70 hl/ha. Vinification techniques The vinification is the classical vinification for red wines, with a short period skin contact, in order for the wine to acquire smooth tannis. Harvest Beginning End of August until end of September. Manual harvesting, grapes are placed in small individual picking boxes to reach the winery intact. Classification Halkidikis Topikos (Vin de Pays) Character A fruity wine deep red colur featuring fruity aromas on the finish. Serving suggestions A versatile drinking wine especially with miexd grills, yellow cheese and smoked trout. Best served at 15 -17 °C.