Tikves Winery Bela Voda Red Terroir 2023

Powerful and layered red cuvée, made from two related and distinctive grape varieties for the southern part of the Western Balkans, Vranec and Plavec. A traditional blend, offering a solid oeno gastronomic identity of people who created it centuries ago.

Variety: Vranec 70 % Plavec 30 % Alc: 15.5% Total acid: 5.25 g/l Ph: 3.67 Sugar: 2.7 g/l

Tasting Notes: Complex nose with black and red fruits and smoky aromas. Blackcurrant, black cherry balsamic followed by smoky notes. Palate: Full bodied dry wine with high levels of ripe velvety tannins acidity. Classy aromas aftertaste of black cherries and barriers.

Fermentation: Concrete tanks Maceration: Cold maceration at a temperature of 8°C for 2 days, skin maceration for 21 days Oak ageing: 15 months in new French oak barrels Bottle ageing potential: 6- 8 year

Food Pairing: Lamb and prime ribs Serving: 16-18°C