Akakies is a medium sweet rose sparkling wine with deep bright rose color. In the nose we have aromas of red fruits like cherry, strawberry, blueberry and hints of rose petals. On the palate the acidity and the overabundant bubbles pointing out the flavor and the aromas of Xinomavro. The finish is fruity and long. Will pair with Mediterranean cuisine, spicy dishes of the Asian cuisine and oily fishes. It can also be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif or after a meal.
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The story begins in 1970 and in 1997 the company Kir- Giannis and the 1st harvest takes place in the new winery. Today, Stelios Boutaris the 4th generation has taken over. The philosophy is still the same : innovation, consideration to the tradition, specialized knowledge of wine throughout the procedure. Their vision is to create a Greek estate for the production of high quality wine. Akakies rose sparkling wine is made of 100% Xinomavro. The grapes are sourced from the viticultural zone of Agios Panteleimon within the Amyndeon appellation in Florina, Northwestern Greece. After delivery at the winery, and before the press, the grapes are chilled. Three pressings take place under continuous and gradually increasing pressure. The must is composed entirely of grapes carefully selected during the harvest. For the production of Akakies rose sparkling wine they use second pressing. After the must is settled and racked the first alcoholic fermentation takes place. This fermentation is short and carried out using the traditional method. The wine stays and is stirred on its lees for a few months and then is transferred to the tanks for the second fermentation, during which the bubbles are formed.
