The flavor of hay in wine of Skopje
Discover the of Skopje wines revealing the of hay flavor during the olphactive analysis (nose) and during the gustative analysis (mouth).
The wine region of Skopje of Macedonia. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Kamnik or the Domaine Kamnik produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Skopje are Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Skopje often reveals types of flavors of cherry, clove or jam and sometimes also flavors of leather, dark chocolate or cocoa.
We currently count 6 estates and châteaux in the of Skopje, producing 78 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Skopje go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food.
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