Iama Red

The combination of the very rare Greek variety “Vradiano” with the cosmopolitan “Syrah”, creates a delightful wine with a special, aromatic character. It carries a deep purple colour and its attractive bouquet of aromas comprises forest fruits harmoniously combined with oak and spices’ aromas.

Variety

Vradiano, Syrah

Name

Vriniotis Iama Red

Type

Red, Dry

Alcohol

14%

Bottle

750 mL

Culinary Characteristics

Intense ruby colour. Complex aromas of cherry, sour cherry, betel, almond and spices. Soft palate with well-structured tannins and long aftertaste.

Harmony - Serving Temperature

It accompanies hunting, grilled meat or meat cooked and a variety of cooked meats. Fits excellent with rabbit stew and hard yellow cheeses. Enjoy it at 18°C.

Grapes Provenance

Select, privately-owned vineyard, planted with the indigenous variety VRADIANO. A formerly forgotten variety of Northern Evia, VRADIANO is revived thanks to the cultivation and winemaking efforts of the people in Vriniotis Winery.

Soil Type

Sandy soil with many pebbles, with north east slope gradient 18% and an altitude of 400 meters.

Vinification - Maturation

Spontaneous, indigenous yeast fermentation in open-topped tanks for the ultimate expression of the VRADIANO variety. Ageing in French oak 225lt barrels for 12 months. Bottled unfiltered.

Maturation Dynamics

Enjoy it now or age it in appropriate preservation conditions for at least 10 years from its distribution.