COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Mavrodaphne
PRODUCER
Zacharias Vineyards
REGION
Peloponnese
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Lexis M Single Vineyard Zacharias is a red wine produced by Zacharias Vineyards (Oinotechniki) from the 2018 vintage. It is made from 100% Mavrodaphne grapes and is classified as Protected Geographical Indication Peloponnese (PGI). The wine originates from a single vineyard in the Peloponnese region of Greece, with the Zacharias family's vineyards located in Nemea. The winery was established in 1974, and the family has a history of cultivating indigenous grape varieties. Elias Zacharias was an early proponent of planting Mavrodaphne in Nemea, leading to the creation of the Lexis M wine collection, which focuses on premium wines from these unique varietals.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Elias Zacharias was among the first to plant Mavrodaphne in Nemea in 1999.
Fact 02
The wine is made from 100% Mavrodaphne, a Greek red grape with a distinctive character.
Fact 03
The Lexis M collection highlights premium wines from indigenous grape varieties.
Fact 04
The vineyards were planted in 1960 on the slopes of Leontio, Nemea.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Lexis M Single Vineyard Zacharias 2018 is produced using classic red wine vinification methods. Fermentation and extraction take place in stainless steel vats. Following vinification, the wine is aged for approximately 12 months in French oak barrels, followed by a further 6 months in concrete tanks. This aging process occurs prior to bottling.
