Château Nico Lazaridi Rosé 2024
Dry rosé wine, styled with elegance and crisp freshness using a direct-press or brief maceration approach derived from red Bordeaux varieties. · Château Nico Lazaridi (Pyrgos Nikou Lazaridi), a pioneering winery established in the Drama region of northern Greece, known for introducing modern French winemaking techniques and international grape varieties to Greek soil and featuring artistic, collector-edition bottle labels.
Vintage: 2024, a fresh and vibrant recent vintage characterized by balanced spring rainfall and warm summer conditions that yielded clean fruit with expressive aromatic profiles and lively natural acidity.
Type
Dry rosé wine, styled with elegance and crisp freshness using a direct-press or brief maceration approach derived from red Bordeaux varieties.
Producer
Château Nico Lazaridi (Pyrgos Nikou Lazaridi), a pioneering winery established in the Drama region of northern Greece, known for introducing modern French winemaking techniques and international grape varieties to Greek soil and featuring artistic, collector-edition bottle labels.
Country
Greece, a historic winemaking country with thousands of years of viticultural heritage, blending ancient indigenous grape varieties with international styles under modern EU appellation laws.
Vintage
2024, a fresh and vibrant recent vintage characterized by balanced spring rainfall and warm summer conditions that yielded clean fruit with expressive aromatic profiles and lively natural acidity.
Region & Appellation
Macedonia, Drama, Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Drama, Greece
Grape Varieties
Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, combining the plush, plummy fruit and roundness of Merlot with the structural acidity, red currant notes, and backbone of Cabernet Sauvignon.
Color & Appearance
Pale salmon pink with bright onion-skin highlights, crystal clear, medium-light viscosity with delicate, fast-moving legs.
Aroma Profile
Aromatic and fresh, featuring primary notes of wild strawberry, raspberry, red cherry, and pink grapefruit, complemented by subtle floral hints of rose petal and a whisper of fresh herbs.
Tasting Notes
A crisp, refreshing entry that expands on the mid-palate with vibrant red berry flavors and a streak of citrus zest. The finish is clean, dry, and pleasantly lingering with a refreshing mineral snap.
Flavor Profile
Dominated by fresh red fruits such as ripe strawberry and tart raspberry, underscored by subtle citrus peel, wet stone minerality, and a delicate herbal nuance on the finish.
Body & Texture
Light to medium-bodied with a smooth, supple texture, refreshing mouthfeel, and a clean, thirst-quenching finish.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium-plus acidity that provides a lively, zesty frame and balances the fruit concentration; virtually tannin-free, highlighting a sleek and smooth structural profile typical of modern rosé.
Sweetness Level
Bone dry, with zero residual sugar, balanced entirely by crisp, refreshing natural acidity.
Alcohol Content
Approximately 12.5% to 13.0% ABV, offering a harmonious and light-footed warmth typical of food-friendly Mediterranean rosés.
Aging & Oak
Un-oaked, fermented and aged entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve primary fruit purity, freshness, and aromatic vibrancy.
Food Pairings
Ideal for Mediterranean autumn dining, pair with grilled sea bream, Greek stifado with lighter rabbit or vegetable versions, stuffed grape leaves (dolmades), light tomato-based pasta dishes, or a charcuterie board featuring goat cheese and prosciutto.
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a universal white wine glass. Drink now while fresh and vibrant. No decanting required.
Price Range
$15 - $22 USD, representing exceptional value for a premium-styled European estate rosé.
Quality Assessment
88-90 points, a well-crafted, premium-tier modern Greek rosé offering great consistency, vibrant fruit expression, and reliable gastronomic versatility.
Production Methods
Hand-harvested at optimal maturity in the cool morning hours, followed by destemming, short cold soaking to extract a pale salmon hue, gentle pneumatic pressing, and cool fermentation with selected yeasts in stainless steel.
Terroir
The Drama plateau features continental-influenced Mediterranean terroir with calcareous clay and sandy soils, surrounded by mountains that provide cool nocturnal breezes, preserving aromatic acidity in the grapes.
History & Heritage
Founded in 1987 by Nikos Lazaridi, the winery played a pivotal role in the renaissance of modern Greek winemaking by establishing the Drama region as a hub for international grape varieties and iconic artistic label designs.
Interesting Facts
Château Nico Lazaridi is famous for its unique bottle labels, which feature original paintings commissioned from contemporary Greek and international artists, making each vintage a miniature art piece.
Cellaring Potential
Designed for immediate consumption and enjoyment within 1 to 2 years of the vintage date to fully appreciate its fresh, primary fruit characteristics.
Similar Wines
Tselepos Driopi Rosé, Domaine Sigalas Rosé, Château Sainte Marguerite Côtes de Provence Rosé, or any crisp, fruit-forward Merlot or Cabernet-based dry rosé.