Wines Attica Domaine Costas Laziridi - Oenotria Land - 2016

Domaine Costas Laziridi’s Oenotria Land red 2016 is a thoughtful expression of modern Greek winemaking, originating from the historic region of Attica in Central Greece. While the exact blend is described simply as "Cuvée Oenotria Land", it is likely crafted from a selection of international and/or indigenous grape varieties, chosen to complement the terroir and create a balanced, structured wine. The 2016 vintage enjoyed a growing season marked by the typical Mediterranean climate of sunny days and cool nights, fostering optimal grape ripeness and aromatic complexity. The winery is known for a careful approach to vinification, with gentle extraction and maturation designed to preserve both the fruit character and the region’s unique sense of place.

Attica, the cradle of ancient viticulture, boasts a distinctive patchwork of limestone and clay soils that contribute minerality and freshness to its wines. Its breezy, sun-drenched hills are tempered by proximity to the Aegean Sea, mitigating summer heat and granting an extended ripening period. This region has a rich lineage in Greek winemaking, though in recent decades a new wave of producers like Domaine Costas Laziridi have elevated its reputation, focusing on quality and finesse rather than volume.

In terms of food pairing, this Attica red’s likely medium to full body and well-integrated tannins lend it to dishes with some substance. Consider hearty lamb dishes, such as slow-roasted shoulder with herbs, grilled meats, or aubergine-based casseroles like Greek moussaka. The wine’s potential notes of ripe dark fruits, gentle spice and earthy undertones would also marry well with roast vegetables, tomato-based stews or aged hard cheeses typical of Greek tradition.

For the optimal tasting experience, serve this wine at around 16-18°C. Decanting for thirty minutes before serving can help open up its bouquet and integrate its flavours, allowing you to appreciate fully the depth and elegance that Attica’s terroir can deliver in a carefully crafted red.