{"title":"Kotsifali","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"19\" data-end=\"248\"\u003eKotsifali is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"90\"\u003esoul of Cretan red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e, prized not for power, but for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"164\"\u003earomatic warmth and supple texture\u003c\/strong\u003e—it’s often blended to bring charm and approachability to more structured varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eVarietal Origin: \u003c\/strong\u003eKotsifali is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eindigenous red grape of Crete\u003c\/strong\u003e, cultivated for centuries across the island, particularly in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eHeraklion\u003c\/strong\u003e region. It is most famously blended with \u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eMandilaria\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Kotsifali provides aroma and softness while Mandilaria contributes color and tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"931\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eTaste Profile: \u003c\/strong\u003eKotsifali typically produces \u003cstrong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"630\"\u003emedium-bodied wines\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"652\"\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and moderate acidity. Aromatically, it leans toward \u003cstrong data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eripe red and black fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"774\"\u003echerry, raspberry, and plum\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by \u003cstrong data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"847\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003edried herbs, warm spices, leather, and earthy notes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Alcohol levels can be elevated, giving the wines a generous, sun-kissed character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eRegional Styles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eCrete (PDO Peza, PDO Archanes): \u003c\/strong\u003eMost commonly blended with Mandilaria to create balanced, age-worthy reds. Increasingly bottled as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003esingle varietal\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting its aromatic, Mediterranean personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eModern interpretations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some producers use \u003cstrong data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003egentle oak aging\u003c\/strong\u003e or higher-altitude vineyards to add structure and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1432\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eKotsifali is Crete in a glass—warm, expressive, and deeply rooted in the island’s winemaking heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lyrarakis-kotsifali-pgi-crete","title":"Lyrarakis Kotsifali PGI Crete 2022","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLyrarakis Kotsifali PGI Crete 2022\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; Region: \u003c\/strong\u003e100% Kotsifali from Crete, Greece. The fruit comes from the Heraklion area in central Crete, planted on loamy sand soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste Profile: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe wine is bright, ruby colored. It has an aromatic nose of red cherries \u0026amp; blood orange, with an undertone of cloves. It has a balanced \u0026amp; savoury palate, with present but smooth tannins, juicy acidity \u0026amp; a fruit forward finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Process: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe jucie is macerated on the skins for about a week, before fermentation for 10 days\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lyrarakis Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42451778273378,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/1339\/1970\/files\/Lyrarakis-Kotsifali.png?v=1768659439"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0552\/1339\/1970\/collections\/Kotsifali.png?v=1768660270","url":"https:\/\/boundbywine.com\/collections\/kotsifali.oembed","provider":"BoundbyWine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}