Made with grapes of the famous French variety Syrah from the vineyards situated in the area of Nemea, Elysian Rose by Georgios Lafazanis Winery is a lovely, well-crafted, dry rose wine. Its name, Elysian, derives from the Greek mythology and is used to describe a blissful state.

In classical Greek mythology Elysium, also known as the Elysian Fields, was the paradise reserved for the heroes immortalized by the gods.

TASTING NOTES: A rich, salmon-pink rose wine extracting flavours of cherry, strawberry and sour-cherry with hints of pink grapefruit, white roses and forest fruit. The palate speaks of elegance, freshness and vivacity, with a balanced acidity and a long lingering finish.

FOOD PAIRING: Excellent with lobster spaghetti, shrimp orzo or paella; its balanced acidity makes it perfect for your summer vegetable stews (stuffed tomatoes, aubergines with tomato, ratatouille); drink it with grouper fillet cooked with tomatoes; or try it with Chinese food.

SERVING TIPS: Serve at 10-12 °C in wine glasses with foot, elongated stem and small bowl to preserve the aromas and maintain cool temperature.

WINE MAKING PROCESS: After harvest, the grapes are quickly and carefully transported to the winery. The grapes are cooled down for 24 hours and then taken directly to the press without extraction. The alcoholic fermentation takes place at 18°C in stainless steel refrigerated tanks. Part of the wine ages in second-use oak barrels, while the rest of it stays on its lees to enhance its structure and body.