Tikves Kratosija CrvenoTikves Winery in the Macedonian region of the same name have been narrating the Republic of North Macedonias winemaking story since 1885. This wine uses sustainably cultivated indigenous variety Kratosija, thought to be close relative of Zinfandel Primitivo. The grapes were destemmed, crushed and fermented in stainless steel tanks before being pressed off its skins and undergoing malolactic conversion on its lees, softening the palate. Cold stabilised

slight leather and the finest touch of oak

Perfect with sushi and sashimi platters or try other East Asian cuisine such as Thai or Chinese

The elegant palate displays lifted mouthfeel and lively acidity for instant mouth-watering appeal

ageing under its flor (natural yeast layer)

Ruby red with violet tints in appearance

their original yeast strain

The intense

liquorice and deep bramble fruit flavours develop in layers leading to a long well-balanced finish

tinned peas

it shows a great union between ripe

spicy characters and sweet

This Cabernet Sauvignon comes from grower Dino Salvestrin's elevated vineyard of sandy loam in the Riverina appellation of New South Wales