Commandaria
Διετής, 2021
(EN: Two-year-old)
Our flagship Commandaria and the most traditional expression of our craft. Made with the classic method and minimal intervention, it carries the character of the region in a balanced, approachable form.
Tasting Notes
On the nose, classic aromas of dried fruit and honey meet subtle baking spice. On the palate, bright acidity balances the wine’s natural sweetness, with gentle tannins giving it a playful lift.
Fruit-forward, with emphasis on the character gained from sun-drying, rather than oak maturation.
Fruit-forward, with emphasis on the character gained from sun-drying, rather than oak maturation.
Technical Details
Appellation
PDO Commandaria
Style
Unfortified
Grape Varieties
~50% Xynisteri, 50% Mavro
Alcohol
13,5%
Residual Sugars
194g/L
Oak Maturation
Minimum Allowed (2 years)
Nutritional Information
Ingredients
Sun-dried grapes
Calories per 100ml
149kcal / 623kJ
Vegan
Yes
Preservatives / Antioxidants
Sulphites (potassium metabisulphite E224)
Serving Ideas
Bright and versatile. It’s at home with fatty proteins such as pork and salmon, where its freshness cuts through the weight. Ideally combanied with elements that contrast the sweetness such as the sharpness of a rocket salad, the heat of a curry, salty fries. Exceptional for sauces and deglazing. Can even be reduced into a caramel on its own.
It is just as versatile in cocktails, comfortable in a highball or a sour. Our go to is a Commandaria and lager highball, with a generous squize of lemon.
When on its own, serve slightly chilled (~10°C) or with ice.
It is just as versatile in cocktails, comfortable in a highball or a sour. Our go to is a Commandaria and lager highball, with a generous squize of lemon.
When on its own, serve slightly chilled (~10°C) or with ice.
Methodology
Terrain
Historic PDO region, Mediterranean climate, 600-800m altitude, limestone and magmatic soil.
Viticulture
Family-managed, indigenous varieties, ungrafted, goblet trained, organic, dry-farmed, hand-harvested
Vinification
Two weeks open-air sun-drying, basket pressing, spontaneous fermentation, no vinification additives, unfined, unfortified. INOX ferment, two years in old European oak.
The Artwork
The label features a lion, symbol of Agios Mamas, our village’s patron saint. Here the lion takes on a playful style and youthful colours, reflecting the freshness and vitality of the two-year-old.
