Description

Leonardo was first released in 2001 to celebrate the birth of Mr. Theodoros Fikardos’ youngest son. Produced only on a great vintage and from selected vineyards.

Taste notes: Ruby red, full body, high acidity. Aromas and flavors: Blackberry, prune, cherry jam, green mind, dark chocolate, clove and vanilla.

Food pairing: Beef stew, smoked pull pork, T-bone steak and of course the traditional Cypriot dish Kleftiko.

Vintage: 2016 (Previous vintages 2012, 2010, 2007, 2002, 2001)

Alcohol: 15%

Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon (100%)

Vinification: Three days cool maceration, ten days skin contact, fermentation at 22-24 Celsius, Malolactic fermentation.

Aging: Ten months in new oak barrels.

Longevity: Twenty years from the vintage.

Designation: Protected Geographical indication Pafos / Paphos

Awards: 

Silver, Thessaloniki wine competition, 2020

Bronze, Cabernet Sauvignon masters, 2019

Gold, Cyprus wine competition, 2019

Press: 2016 Fikardos Winery, Leonardo by winesunfiltered.com – Link