Yes, yes, we know. We love Cabernet Sauvignon too. It is by no means accidental that it is one of the most widespread varieties worldwide and one of the most cultivated in every corner of the globe.
Vasiliki Gika loves it too. In fact, she loves it very much. And how can she not love it after studying oenology at the source of Cabernet Sauvignon, at Bordeaux. Returning in 2000 from her studies and after having gained considerable experience with Cabernet Sauvignon and its blends at wineries and the research department of the Suze la Rousse Wine University, she brought her expertise and her experimental mood to the historic family business.
Cabernet Sauvignon is grown on the slopes of Kitheronas (we know them well by now) at an altitude of 400m, with the choice of vineyards to be technically ideal for the variety.
Absolute phenolic and saccharic maturation, grapes of excellent health and the magical touch of Vasiliki in all the steps of winemaking made their miracle. For Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 Gikas Winery, the juice remained in French oak barrels for 12 months, with only 30% of them being new. Its purpose was the clear expression of the fruit of the variety without losing the peppers and sweet spices though.
The Cabernet Sauvignon of the Gikas Winery is still very young. If you care about ages, this has at least a decade ahead of it. But its tannins are juicy already. The bouquet is ready to blossom. And once it does ...