Domaine Paterianakis – Melissokipos, Kotsifali/Mandilari 2023, Crete

The wine has a deep cherry color. The first nose is fresh with a slight caramelization and a hint of potpourri. There are notes of rose, juicy black cherry, and black pepper. There is a varietal touch in the background. The second nose opens with more intensity. We find the varietal notes with touches of dark fruits. The palate is rounded on the attack with vegetal notes accompanied by black fruits such as cherry and juicy blackberry. The tannins are soft and sappy. There is a hint of leather. There is a beautiful salivating acidity on the finish and powerful tannins that continue on the finish.