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Alpha Estates

Alpha Estate Assyrtiko Single Block “Aghia Kiriaki” (6 Bottle Minimum)

$43.95 CAD


Varietal Composition: Assyrtiko 100%.

Location: "Aghia Kiriaki". 2,45ha. 40°40'31.34"N, 21°41'40.83"E., at 535m.

Region: Amyndeon Viticulture Zone.

Vineyard: IBOha of linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m.

Soil: Alluvium, sandy, sandy clay soil of excellent drainage.

Climate: Semi continental with satisfactory rainfalls, significant snow­ falls and warm, dry summer with fresh nights. Frequent north-west winds, absent of spring frost.

Yield: 0,80kg/m2 of active canopy, 57HUha, post to green harvest and selection.

Vinification: Skin contact for 16 hours, controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks with cooling jackets, maintenance of wine "sur lies" for B months with regular stirring.

Tasting Characteristics: Crystal, bright sub-yellow - straw,

with greenish hints. Nose intense and rich, complex, typical of the variety. Citrus, floral and white stone fruits. Excellent structure, creamy and crisp. Long and persistent finish.

Vinegrower: Makis Mavridis.

Winemaker: Angelos latridis.