Limassol

Limassol is a wine region in Cyprus.

Xynisteri leads the plantings, with Mavro, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah alongside it.

Vines root into clay, free-draining and limestone.

The climate is mediterranean.

The vineyards themselves read as mountains and slopes.

Red wine, white wine and rosé wine, plus one more is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows rich and full-bodied, dark fruit and spicy undertones, crisp and aromatic and showcasing citrus and floral notes, plus three more.

Pour them alongside grilled seafood, roasted vegetables, lamb dishes and spicy mediterranean dishes.

Serve chilled.

Keeps for 5 to 10 years.

In the glass.

Red: Rich and full-bodied, Dark fruit and spicy undertones.

White: Crisp and aromatic, Showcasing citrus and floral notes, Refreshing.

Rosé: Perfect for warm weather.

Sparkling: Fresh and vibrant.

Grapes planted here.

Bottles to look for.

• Aes Ambelis Rose, Limassol, Cyprus
• Aes Ambelis Xinisteri, Limassol, Cyprus
• Keo 'Kthma Keo' Cabernet Sauvignon - Lefkada, Limassol, Cyprus
• Keo d'Ahera Red, Limassol, Cyprus
• Keo Heritage Maratheftiko, Limassol, Cyprus
• Keo Othello, Limassol, Cyprus
• Keo Saint Panteleimon Red, Limassol, Cyprus
• Keo Saint Panteleimon White, Limassol, Cyprus

At the table.

• Grilled seafood
• Roasted vegetables
• Lamb dishes
• Spicy Mediterranean dishes

Serving and cellaring.

• Serve chilled.
• Keeps for 5 to 10 years.

Nearby regions.

Limassol: common questions

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