Chatzivaritis Minimus (Mi) | PGI Slopes of Paiko Natural Dry White Wine Assyrtiko (2021) 750ml | Chatzivaritis Estate
Chatzivaritis Minimus (Mi) 13%alc., Still, Dry, Natural White Wine, Assyrtiko, PGI Slopes of Paiko - Chatzivaritis Estate
Minimus (Mi)
Protected Geographical Indication Slopes of Paiko (PGI)
Varietal composition: 100% Assyrtiko
Vineyard: Linear layout of organically cultivated vineyard in Fyliria (Wine- growing region of Goumenissa)
Soil: Medium textured sandy clay soil in Fyliria
Vinification: Grapes are carefully hand selected and stomped by feet, before undergoing pre-fermentation cold maceration for 2 days. Following this cold soak, spontaneous fermentation is allowed to take place in 6-year-old French oak barrels, with no additives, fining or filtration, and with very low sulfur content. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in the same French oak barrels for an additional 3 months.
Aging: 3 months in old French oak barrels with periodic stirring (battonage) once per month, 6 months in the bottle.
Organoleptic features: This white wine has golden tones and a low level of turbidity. The bouquet has essence of citrus, white-fleshed fruits, small white flowers, vanilla and a balanced sense of wood. It is full bodied, round in the mouth, with balanced acidity and a long-lasting finish.