{"product_id":"karavitakis-livades-kotsifali","title":"Karavitakis - Livades - Kotsifali","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAn elegant and terroir-driven expression of the Kotsifali grape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis exceptional red wine comes from the single vineyard\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLivades\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003ein the Chania region, where old Kotsifali vines, over 50 years old, provide concentration, finesse, and depth. With this wine, Nikos Karavitakis demonstrates the refinement and elegance of this indigenous grape. A style more reminiscent of Pinot Noir than a powerful Mediterranean expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, the wine reveals a bright ruby ​​red color. The profile is refined and expressive, with notes of strawberry, raspberry, cherry, and pomegranate, complemented by subtle herbal nuances of thyme, lavender, and a light earthiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eOn the palate, the wine is juicy and elegant, with a medium body, lively acidity, and soft, well-integrated tannins. The red fruit takes center stage, supported by delicate spiciness and a fine structure, providing balance and a fresh, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eVinification is carried out with\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003erespect for the grape variety and its origin\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e, using\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eand gentle extraction. The wine then matures for\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eapproximately 10 months in used 500-liter oak Stockinger barrels\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e, allowing the wood aging to remain subtle and add structure and depth, without overpowering the fruit. The result is a pure, authentic wine, in which terroir and elegance take center stage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFood pairing:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003edelicious with grilled red meat, lamb dishes, game, spicy Mediterranean dishes and mature cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karavitakis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53697085997396,"sku":null,"price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0347\/1625\/4339\/files\/E75E7648-C2E1-489F-A40F-2E15BC1F29A7.png?v=1772157787","url":"https:\/\/www.delikreta.nl\/en\/products\/karavitakis-livades-kotsifali","provider":"Delikreta.nl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}