AGIORITIKO ABATON red Mount Athos P.G.I. 2016
Greece, - No subregion
Xynomavro, Grenache, Limnio
Description
Deep ruby red color. The nose is vibrant with aromas of ripe red berries and spicy notes. Rich on the palate with robust tannings leading to a long, lingering finish.
Certificates
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
Pre fermentation maceration at 10-12°C for 48 hours. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at approx. 22°C for 12 days. During fermentation, lees stirring (batonnage) takes place in order to keep the lees in contact with the wine and extract flavor, aroma and texture. Malolactic fermentation in the tank
Vineyard: Protected Geographical Indication Mount Athos
The wines from the Athonite region carry the appellation of Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Mount Athos. The delimited area of the zone is located within the administrative boundaries of Athos peninsula, as well as the area of Ouranoupolis in the Stagira Akanthou municipality. It comprises vineyards extending either near the seacoast or on the slopes of the mountain at an altitude up to 400 meters.
One of the most outstanding trademarks of the Athonite vineyard is the fact that the land is completely isolated cloaked by beautifull chestnut, pine trees and other mediterranean forest, as well as the sea. At the same time the monastic life dictates a profound respect for the environment; the harmonious interaction of traditional farming practices and forestry is linked to the stringent observance of monastic rules over the course of centuries. Therefore, Mount Athos can be defined as the textbook of 100% organic farming.
The main characteristics of the Tsantali vineyard in Mount Athos: Location: Metoxi (me-toh-hee) Chromitsa at Saint Panteleimon Monastery Total area: 70 hectares aprox. of 100% certified organic farming since 2003 Exposure: Southeastern Altitude: 200-300 meters / the main volume of the vineyard is between 220 – 250 meters above sea level Climate: Typical Mediterranean
Maturation
Maturation: 10 months in 300Lt French oak (40% first fill and 60% second and third fill) Ageing: 6 months in the bottle before release
