COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2024
GRAPE
Fokiano, Koundouro, Begleri
PRODUCER
Karimalis Winery
REGION
Ikaria Island
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Akissare is a dry rosé wine from Karimalis Winery, produced in Ikaria, Greece, under the PGI Ikaria designation. The wine's name, meaning 'rockrose,' is inspired by the aromatic plant native to the island and its delicate pink color. Karimalis Winery is a family estate with a deep-rooted history in Ikarian winemaking, dedicated to reviving ancestral vineyards and producing wines with minimal intervention. The estate's philosophy emphasizes natural methods, indigenous yeasts, and expressing the unique volcanic and maritime terroir of Ikaria. The 2024 vintage is noted for its production using organic farming practices and a focus on reflecting the island's distinct character.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Natural
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Akissare' means rockrose, an aromatic plant native to Ikaria.
Fact 02
Karimalis Winery is located on Ikaria, one of the world's 'Blue Zones' known for longevity.
Fact 03
The winery aims to recreate ancient Greek wines, including 'Pramnios' mentioned by Homer.
Fact 04
This wine is made with minimal intervention and indigenous yeasts.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Akissare 2024 begins with a pre-fermentation cold soak for 18 hours to enhance aroma and color extraction. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing only indigenous yeasts from the Ikarian vineyards to capture the essence of the terroir. The wine is then aged for five months on its lees, followed by a month in stainless steel tanks for natural stabilization and clarification without filtration. Grapes are hand-harvested from certified organic vineyards, and winemaking by-products are composted and returned to the soil, reflecting the winery's commitment to sustainability and minimal intervention.
