TWO RIVERS 2014 BARREL FERMENTED - SAMARTZIS ESTATE

White Kountoura in a barrel? A very small production experimental white wine by Samartzis Estate proves that the combination is just perfect!

The privately owned family vineyards is located in Askri Viotia, in Musses Valley, a place historically related to wine making since ancient times. The White Kontoura, a clone of Savatiano, has found ideal ripening conditions on the slight slopes in the foothills of mountains and hills surrounding the valley with the beneficial sea breezes and the protection from the cold North wind. It rewards winemakers with wines full of freshness and intensity each year gaining more and more enthusiastic fans.

Only one 300 lt barrel was used to produce the experimental Two Rivers Barrel Fermented 2014 and the results are more than impressive. Its exuberant character makes clear that it has a great aging potential.

A single 300 lt barrel, do the math ...

Faint yellow color with greenish reflections in the glass.

Discreet nose initially, evolving while it breathes in the glass. Elegant aromas of lime, peach and melon combined with jasmine flowers and lemon flower. The barrel is integrated beautifully with vanilla, honey and hints of nuts to complementing the primary aromas of the variety.

Moderate volume body with velvety texture, elaborately balanced by the refreshing acidity. Vanilla and honey notes accompany the peach and lime flavors on the palate, and remain in the mouth in a delicious finish that lasts.