COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Mavrodaphne
PRODUCER
Haritatos Vineyard
REGION
Ionian Islands
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Mademoiselle Haritatou is a 2022 dry red wine from Haritatos Vineyard, crafted from 100% Mavrodaphne grapes grown on the PGI Slopes of Aenos in Kefalonia, Ionian Islands. This wine stands out as a deliberate departure from conventional Mavrodaphne winemaking, aiming to present a cooler, lighter, and fruit-forward profile. The concept was born from a French winemaker's suggestion to bottle the wine directly from stainless steel, bypassing oak aging entirely. Haritatos Vineyard, a family-owned estate with a legacy dating back to 1863, practices regenerative viticulture and focuses on expressing the honest character of indigenous Kefalonian varieties. This approach emphasizes minimal intervention and working in harmony with nature, resulting in small production quantities of this distinctive wine.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
14-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Inspired by a French winemaker's vision for a fresh Mavrodaphne.
Fact 02
A 'game changer' in how Mavrodaphne is typically vinified.
Fact 03
Best enjoyed chilled, a unique approach for this grape.
Fact 04
Small production quantities ensure meticulous attention.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Mademoiselle 2022 is produced using classic red vinification methods, with fermentation taking place exclusively in stainless steel tanks. This approach is a deliberate choice to highlight the inherent fruit characteristics of the Mavrodaphne grape without the influence of oak aging. The wine is not matured in barrels, and is bottled directly from the stainless steel tanks. Viticulture at Haritatos Vineyard is guided by principles of regenerative and organic cultivation, with a strong emphasis on minimum intervention. This includes manual practices for planting, pruning, and harvesting, contributing to low yields. The overall winemaking philosophy centers on allowing the indigenous Kefalonian grape varieties to express their terroir authentically, working in harmony with natural cycles.
