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Both are sweeter-style Champagnes

with the core stock aged approximately six years in barrel and supplemented by older reserves that lend additional depth and structure

The finish is long and gently leathery

This wine rewards patient drinking — decant for at least 30 minutes and serve at around 16–18°C to let the aromatics unfold fully

Tikves Lozova Rakija Aged Grape Brandy 1L liqueurs-&-cordials Cocktail enthusiasts building a seriousTikves Lozova Rakija Aged Grape Brandy 1L is a 40% ABV oak aged Macedonian grape brandy produced from hand harvested grapes in the Tikves wine region. This expression earned recognition at both the International Wine & Spirit Competition (2008) and the London Spirits Competition (2019), placing it among the most decorated rakija bottlings available outside the Balkans. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% Origin: Tikves Region, North Macedonia Aged 18 Months in Oak