{"product_id":"oenops-apla-rose-2025","title":"Oenops Apla Rosé 2025","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis product is offered online and at select LCBO locations for a limited time through Vintages Cellar Collection. For help locating stock, feel free to contact us at \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@npwines.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@npwines.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease note: \u003ci\u003eThis product requires a minimum lead time of two weeks prior to shipping when fulfilling orders through NPW.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOenops was founded in 2015 by talented winemaker Nikos Karatzas, who produces a stunning range of distinctive wines from his newly established state-of-the-art winery. He sources indigenous and rare grape varieties grown on exceptional terroir focusing on cool-climate sites and old-vine plots, from carefully selected vineyards in Drama and Macedonia, which have been cultivated by ambitious winegrowers using an organic philosophy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiko adopts a minimal intervention approach and vinifies plot by plot using stainless steel, concrete, oak barrels, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eamphora. His aim is to source great fruit and craft wines that reflect the nuances of the native varieties and the identity of the terroir and as a result, he produces a collection of authentic, elegant, and delicious wines. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes are chilled at 5°C and then are carefully sorted and pressed with a small percentage of whole clusters \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein a pneumatic press. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel and concrete tanks, keeping each vineyard plot separate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter 2-4 months of aging on its fine lees, the wine is ready for bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA complex and refreshing rosé from 3 of the most interesting Greek red varieties sporting light salmon color. Elegant notes of tangerine, orange, strawberries and white cherries dominate the nose followed by a fine hint of tomato, one of the unique aromas of Xinomavro. Full bodied and layered yet crispy, with aromas of strawberries and raspberries with a long, refreshing finish. A great rosé to enjoy it on its own or with several types of cuisine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe as a great match for pasta, pizza, fish, salads and fruits. It is a wine of character, the perfect companion for aperitifs with friends and cheese platters to share. An excellent accompaniment to Mediterranean and Greek dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oenops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47946567909594,"sku":"L49549-1","price":299.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/7922\/3966\/files\/LCBORetailReleases_71.png?v=1780427777","url":"https:\/\/www.npwines.com\/products\/oenops-apla-rose-2025","provider":"Nicholas Pearce Wines Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}