Emphasis Syrah Magnum Domaine Pavlidis

Emphasis Syrah Magnum by Pavlidis Estate is the 1.5L large-format bottle of one of the estate’s most dynamic red wines. It is made from 100% Syrah, single vineyard, in PGI Drama, from a selected vineyard plot on the slopes of Mount Menoikio, at around 400 meters altitude. There, the low yields and the distinctive microclimate of the area help the variety express concentration, purity and intense character.

In winemaking, Pavlidis Estate works with night harvesting, carefully selected harvest timing and controlled extraction, so that Syrah can deliver aromatic depth and balanced tannins. The wine ages for 16 months in French oak barrels and then remains for another 12 months in bottle, gaining a more integrated texture, spicy character and serious ageing potential.

In the glass, it has a deep purple color with violet highlights. The nose is dense and dark, with cherry, blackberry, black fruits, thyme, basil and subtle oak notes. On the palate it is rich, full and velvety, with ripe tannins, lovely intensity and a long finish that blends fruit with spices. The Magnum bottle gives it a more impressive presence, but also a slower, calmer evolution over time, making it ideal for cellaring, gifting or a large table with bold flavors.

It pairs beautifully with grilled beef, BBQ, stewed meats, game and medium-intensity hard cheeses. Best served at 16-18°C, with some time in a decanter if the bottle is young.