Location:Maronia in Thrace, Northern Greece. The privately owned Tsantali vineyards lie on small hills with a south-west orientation.

Soil:Deep argyllic with good structure having a dark red colour.

Sub-soil:Schistose and granular.

Climate:Mild, with rainy winters and favourable temperatures during spring. In the summer, the north winds cool down the atmosphere.

Varietal composition:Syrah

Harvest:Middle of September

Classification:Ismarikos Protected Geographical Indication

Vinification techniques:Pre-fermentation extraction for three days in low temperature, followed by the alcoholic fermentation at 25˚C which lasts for 10 days.

Ageing:In small new oak casks, 100% French (Allier), 300 L. M+, for 6 months and continues ageing in the bottle.

Winemaker’s notes:A dark ruby red wine, with intensive bouquet, velvety in texture, with lots of plum and blackberry flavours, finishing with a hint of oak.

Serving suggestions:Stuffed turkey, game with spicy sauces and medium-flavoured cheeses.