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The Byzantine Empire era is known for its opulence, artistic complexity, perseverance, glory and sense of mystery. The “Byzantium” range embodies the extraordinary nuances of the flourishing Empire that will utterly conquer and ennoble you by authenticating the nod to wine appreciation of the historical saying that “Byzantium conquers all with its wine. Dealu Mare Region (or Big Hill) lies on the 45° parallel, sharing the same latitude with Bordeaux and Piemonte areas; it is the most compact wine region in Romania where the grapes enjoy the perfect combination of warm days and cool nights. The typical warm, dry microclimate and the rather long autumns favour a slow and thorough ripening of the grapes. There is a long vegetation time of 210-240 days with a maximum humidity of 55-80%. The soil here is chernozems and clay, strewn with marine fossils. The elegant Byzantium wines are originated in this exceptional region, having the Protected designation of origin Dealu Mare. “Byzantium Rosso” embodies the “opulence” of the Byzantine era with a robust and complex structure. Deep ruby red in colour, the wine reveals intense aromas of ripe forest fruits and black plums deriving from the indigenous variety of Feteascã Neagrã (Black Maiden), as well as red and black pepper deriving from the Shiraz. The aromas are well integrated with vanilla and chocolate notes and refined oak-wood. The finish is prolonged with crisp mint and violet notes structured by the Cabernet Franc. Food pairing: This well balanced red wine is the ideal companion to roast beef and chicken, stew and lamb. Its versatility delights your senses in any venison combination. Serving temperature, 16-18 ° Celsius.

An updated classic: the perfect balance of fruit from the Rioja Alta and Alavesa, refined with elegant touches of barrel and bottle ageing. Makes those little moments of pleasure even better. 92% tempranillo, 4% mazuelo, 4% garnacha. Vineyards of 20-30 years of age from the Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa areas. Calcareous-clay soils. Hand harvested. Winemaking and ageing: Hand harvested, followed by traditional winemaking. The alcoholic and malolactic fermentations took place in stainless steel tanks, followed by 22 months’ ageing in hybrid oak barrels (American oak staves and French oak heads) and 22 months’ refining in bottle. Tasting notes. Colour: Intense, bright cherry red with garnet tinges. Nose: Complex, with an elegant symphony of black fruits and forest fruits wrapped up with aromas of vanilla and spices. Mouth: Full bodied with silky tannins and a very persistent and pleasant finish. Pairing: Matches perfectly with traditional cuisine. Vegetables, grilled meats and cured cheeses.

Named after LAN’s symbolic vat nº 12. A hedonistic wine, made using all our care and expertise to satisfy our most demanding friends. Guaranteed pleasure. 100% Tempranillo. Selection of grapes from three privileged vineyards. Viñaspre (“El Cementerio), El Cortijo (“Los Valles”) and in San Vicente de la Sonsierra (“La Fonsagrada”) with ages of 30, 43 and 34 years respectively. Winemaking and Ageing. Hand harvested grapes. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations took place in stainless steel tanks, with micro-oxygenation and lees stirring for optimal stabilisation of aromatic and polyphenolic compounds to give greater volume on the palate and smoother tannins. It aged for 12 months in new American oak barrels from the Applachians (70%) and in new French oak barrels from forests in central France (30%). Tasting Notes: Colour: Bright cherry red. Nose: Ripe, liqueur-like red fruit stands out, alongside creamy notes, toffee, vanilla, cinnamon and cocoa. Mouth: Great harmony between the fruit and toasted notes, giving at first a sensation of sweetness. Pairing: Smoked, red and grilled meats, spicy dishes and cured cheeses.