COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Spourtiko
PRODUCER
K & E Makarouna Ltd
REGION
Cyprus
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Spourtiko 2020 is a white wine from Cyprus, produced by K & E Makarouna Ltd (Makarounas Winery). It is made from the indigenous Spourtiko grape variety, named for its thin, easily burst skin. Makarounas Winery is a family-run estate with a four-generation history, founded in 2016. Their winemaking philosophy centers on the belief that quality originates in the vineyard, and they exclusively utilize grapes from their own privately-owned vineyards. The winery is located in Letymbou village, Pafos district, a region with a long tradition of vine cultivation. Their vineyards are situated at altitudes of 400-600 meters, with soils composed of crystal gypsum, limestone, and quartz. The winery is committed to organic viticulture and uses ungrafted vines.
ALCOHOL
10.5%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Spourtiko's name comes from the Greek word 'Spourto,' meaning 'to explode,' referencing its delicate skin.
Fact 02
Makarounas Winery exclusively uses grapes from their own 17-25 hectare vineyards.
Fact 03
The vineyards are planted on soils of crystal gypsum, limestone, and quartz.
Fact 04
The winery practices organic viticulture and utilizes ungrafted vines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Spourtiko 2020 is produced using spontaneous fermentation, allowing indigenous yeasts to drive the process. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes seven months of aging on its lees, a technique that can contribute to texture and complexity. The grapes are sourced exclusively from Makarounas Winery's privately-owned vineyards, which are managed using organic viticulture practices. The winery also utilizes ungrafted vines. This approach reflects a commitment to expressing the unique characteristics of the Spourtiko grape and its terroir.
