{"product_id":"sclavos-wines-zakynthino-2023","title":"Sclavos Wines Zakynthino 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eSclavos Wines’ Zakynthino 2023 is a characterful expression of a rare Greek grape variety that is increasingly at risk of disappearing. From Kefalonia, biodynamic pioneer Evriviadis Sclavos makes a gently oxidative, minimally handled white that highlights both the grape’s individuality and the island’s limestone soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear golden straw in the glass, with a rich-looking, almost viscous appearance. The restrained nose brings yellow fruit and dried fruit alongside herbs, root-vegetable notes, biscuit and caramel, touched by a sweet, oxidative character. The wine spends nine months on its lees, adding natural texture and depth. No specific cellaring window is provided; enjoy it while its layered, oxidative profile is expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Zakynthino vines grow in limestone-influenced soils on Kefalonia. Vineyard work is biodynamic, and the grapes are selectively hand-harvested before spontaneous fermentation. The wine is aged on its lees for nine months in a lightly oxidative style, allowing it to stabilise naturally. It is bottled without fining or filtration, with only a small addition of sulphur shortly before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry it with grilled or roasted fish, seafood, poultry, or dishes featuring herbs and earthy vegetables; its oxidative notes should also suit aged cheeses. Serve lightly chilled, around 10–12°C. Decanting is optional, but a short period in a carafe can help open the aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvriviadis Sclavos is regarded as a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture in Greece and is known for a natural approach to winemaking. Based on Kefalonia in the Ionian Islands, he has helped bring attention to the region’s distinctive local varieties. This bottling makes a particularly persuasive case for Zakynthino, a grape whose future is increasingly uncertain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sclavos Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252975849809,"sku":"VC-8081002","price":24.05,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/sclavos-wines-zakynthino-2023-0.jpg?v=1791674973","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/sclavos-wines-zakynthino-2023","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}