COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Yiannoudi
PRODUCER
K & E Makarouna Ltd
REGION
Cyprus
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Yiannoudi 2020 from K & E Makarouna Ltd is a red wine made from 100% Yiannoudi, an indigenous Cypriot grape. The wine hails from the PGI Lemesos region of Cyprus. K & E Makarouna Ltd is a family winery with a four-generation history in viticulture, established in 2016 by Theodoros Makarounas, who champions indigenous grapes and organic farming from their own vineyards. The Yiannoudi grape itself is experiencing a revival, making this wine a representation of ancient Cypriot winemaking traditions and the unique terroir of the island.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€38
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Yiannoudi is an ancient Cypriot grape variety, once nearly lost to history.
Fact 02
Makarounas Winery focuses on organic viticulture.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated at altitudes between 400-600 meters.
Fact 04
Only 2,000 bottles of this wine are produced annually.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Yiannoudi 2020 undergoes gentle crushing followed by spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Malolactic fermentation is also carried out in tank. The wine is then aged for 10 months in used 300-liter French oak barrels. Grapes are harvested in September. K & E Makarouna Ltd employs organic viticulture practices.
