Adon

BLEND

35% Gellewza, 35% Syrah, 30% Merlot

Planted Between 1989-2004 on Limestone, Calcareous Soil and Terra Rossa.

METHOD AND PRODUCTION

Bottles Produced: 955 (75cl)

Fermentation of Girgentina skins with Gellewza for 12–15 days, with extended maceration of Syrah for 25 days. The wine was blended and aged for 18 months in 25% American oak and 75% French oak barrels to enhance structure and complexity.

Alcohol: 12.5% ABV

APPEARANCE, NOSE & PALATE

Appearance: Medium intensity ruby color with hints of purple, showcasing youthful vibrancy.

Nose: Pronounced intensity with youthful yet multi-dimensional aromas. Primary notes include black pepper, fresh and ripe black fruits like blackberry and blackcurrant, red fruits such as red cherries, red plum, and strawberry, with herbal thyme, sage, garrigue, mint, and herbaceous grassy undertones. Minerality from wet stones and a touch of balsamic and jamminess adds depth. Secondary aromas reveal butter, cream, vanilla, coconut, cedar, sweet spices, and sandalwood, alongside buttery, cheesy notes from malolactic fermentation (MLF). Tertiary aromas from deliberate oxidation and bottle aging introduce caramel, fresh and cooked blackberries, leather, forest floor, mushroom, and a slight vegetal character.

Palate: Dry with high acidity and full body. The robust tannins and medium alcohol provide balance and structure, while pronounced intensity delivers a bold and elegant profile. Flavors mirror the nose, with a medium-plus finish showcasing garrigue and thyme herbs.

Last tasted on: 30/12/2024

WINEMAKER’S NOTES

Adon 2022 exhibits superb acidity due to the winemaking approach of two harvests—one slightly under-ripe to enhance acidity and another perfectly ripe to build structure. This wine evokes the essence of walking through the garrigue herbs of the Dingli Cliffs. Its refined complexity and layered flavors make it an excellent candidate for aging.

Serving Temperature: 18°C

Optimal Drinking Period: Best enjoyed between 2023 and 2038.

FOOD PAIRING

Adon 2022 is a versatile partner for rich and hearty meals. Pair it with a fillet steak in pepper sauce, T-bone, or rib-eye, where its acidity and herbaceous notes balance the meat’s richness. Traditional Maltese braggioli and beef stew benefit from the wine’s earthy depth. For a rustic pairing, enjoy it with rich rabbit stew, where its structure and herbal nuances enhance the dish’s flavors. A wine that perfectly complements bold, flavorful cuisine.