Black Muscat of Tirnavos – Naturally Sweet Wine
Technical Information
Type: Naturally Sweet Wine
Category: Protected Geographical Indication Tirnavos
Harvest Date Τρύγου Sept. 20 – 30
Variety Composition: 100% Black Muscat of Tirnavos
Current vintage: 2015
Alcohol by volume: 15 %vol
Cellaring: 4 years in french oak barrels
Ageing Potential: at least 15 years
Vinification Method
Selection of overripe grapes which are dried under the sun for 2-4 months. This is followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks that stops spontaneously leaving residual sugars and giving the sweet and full taste and aftertaste. Finally, the whole process is completed with four years of ageing in French oak barrels.
Characteristics
Balanced sweetness, deep amber color with aromas of rose, honey, dried fruits and sweet spices.
Food pairing
Dessert wine that goes extremely well with with syrupy sweets, walnut pie, chocolate bar, donuts, banofi, chocolate crepes and varieties of cheese.
Serving Temperature: 8-10 oC