Zivania

38,00 

A Cypriot traditional alcoholic spirit that is distilled from local grape varieties. Zivania is well known for its purity and alcohol strength. It is made from the pomace of grapes that were pressed during the wine-making process.

The award winning Tsiakkas Zivania is one of the best Zivania.

Varietal Composition Xynisteri and Vamvakada
Vineyard Altitude 800-1100m
Mesoclimate: Old vines in Goblet system. Cool days and cool nights. Slow maturation.
Harvest October
Grafting Ungrafted vines – No Phylloxera
Soil Type Sandy Volcanic
Trellis System Goblet
Vineyard Area Pitsilia Area
Organic Farming Partial
Organic Certification No
Vinification Method Handpicked grapes, INOX fermented.
Distilation Method Single distillation. Pot still.
Oak Ageing 10 years in Commandaria barrels.
Aromas Smokey chestnut aromas, tobacco hints, ripe bergamot and sundried figs comprise the aromatic profile. Well rounded in the mouth with a warming aftertaste.
Pairs With Cypriot meze, Cypriot sausages, souvla, shoushouko and as after dinner digestive.
Serving Temperature 12°C
Production Volume 1500 bottles
SKU: 2024-zivania Categories: ,
 

Description

A Cypriot traditional alcoholic spirit that is distilled from local grape varieties. Zivania is well known for its purity and alcohol strength. It is made from the pomace of grapes that were pressed during the wine-making process

Varietal Composition Xynisteri and Vamvakada
Vineyard Altitude 800-1100m
Mesoclimate: Old vines in Goblet system. Cool days and cool nights. Slow maturation.
Harvest October
Grafting Ungrafted vines – No Phylloxera
Soil Type Sandy Volcanic
Trellis System Goblet
Vineyard Area Pitsilia Area
Organic Farming Partial
Organic Certification No
Vinification Method Handpicked grapes, INOX fermented.
Distilation Method Single distillation. Pot still.
Oak Ageing 10 years in Commandaria barrels.
Aromas Smokey chestnut aromas, tobacco hints, ripe bergamot and sundried figs comprise the aromatic profile. Well rounded in the mouth with a warming aftertaste.
Pairs With Cypriot meze, Cypriot sausages, souvla, shoushouko and as after dinner digestive.
Serving Temperature 12°C
Production Volume 1500 bottles