IGP Pella “Xi-Ro” (Red) 2016

Beautifully structured, much like a Nebbiolo from Piedmont, which gives a lovely generous feeling without being heavy or full-bodied.

The Story: Ktima Ligas was founded in 1985 in Thessaloniki, Greece by Thomas Ligas, with a quest to revive both the traditional varieties and traditional agriculture of the Pella region through respect and cooperation with nature. Today the Domaine is run by his daughter Meli, who continues the focus on permaculture and local grapes, and adapts her cuvées to each vintage, parcel and variety. Winemaker Meli Ligas says the idea of this cuvée was, “to make a light, easy to drink red for a hot summer.”

Vinification: From 25-30 year-old vines growing on clay and sand; Grapes are hand-harvested, fermented with natural yeasts in stainless steel. Aged in old oak barrels for 10-12 months with no fining, filtration or added sulphites.

Match it with: Grilled meat kebabs or BBQ, gazpacho.