Keo Maratheftiko
Varietal: 100% Maratheftiko grapes or a blend with other grape varieties (the specific blend may vary by vintage).
Tasting Notes:
- Appearance: Deep red or garnet in color.
- Aroma: You can expect complex aromas of dark red fruits like blackberries and plums, along with hints of spice, earthiness, and possibly some floral notes.
- Flavor: The wine is typically full-bodied with rich, concentrated flavors of black and red fruits, often accompanied by notes of black pepper, tobacco, and sometimes a touch of oak from aging in barrels.
- Structure: Maratheftiko wines tend to have a good level of acidity and firm tannins, making them suitable for aging.
Food Pairing: KEO Maratheftiko wines pair well with hearty Mediterranean cuisine, grilled meats, lamb dishes, and aged cheeses. They also complement local Cypriot dishes effectively.
A red dry wine from a local grape variety called Maratheftiko. An ancient old, Cyprus, indigenous grape variety cultivated on the island for thousands of years which KEO rediscovered. This is a deep red wine with a rich bouquet of forest fruits and a hint of oak barrel on the nose.