Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Peloponnese
100% Viognier
Fermented in French oak barriques for 12 months. Short skin contact, full malolactic fermentation and batonnage. Screw cap. Exotic fruit presence and intensity, integrated oak character.
Technical Presentation
Category: Dry white
Classification: Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Peloponnese
Grape Varieties: 100% Viognier
Vineyards: Argolida at a 985 ft altitude
Main type of soil: Sandy
Age of vines (average): 28 years
Yields: 800 kg/στρ. (44 hl/ha)
Harvest dates: Mid August
Vinification/Maturation: Skin contact for 6 hours at 14˚C. Alcoholic fermentation at 17˚C. Fermented in new (50%) 225L French oak barriques, carried out malolactic fermentation and matured for 12 months sur lie, with regular batonnage. The final blend was bottled under a screw cap.
Alcohol by volume: 13%
Total acidity (tartaric acid): 5.9 g/l
pH: 3.40
Tasting notes: Gold-straw color with brilliant highlights. On the nose it is really complex and elegant, expressing the Viognier character beautifully. It reveals aromas of ripe peach, orange blossom, citrus rinds as well as tropical fruit. The oak’s characteristics –sweet vanilla and hazelnut– are superbly incorporated into the wine and compose a rich bouquet, while the smell of bread crust reveals the contact with its lees. On the mouth it is full-bodied with great texture and crisp acidity. Flavors are consistent with the aromas and the aftertaste is powerful and of such great complexity, it feels as though it will last forever.
Awards
Ratings: Vintage 2018
50 Great Greek Wines 2020
Place Nr.10
