Alpha Estate Assyrtiko Single Block “Aghia Kiriaki”

Protected Georgraphical Indication (P.G.I) Florina

Varietal Composition: Assyrtiko 100%.

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.

Region: Amyndeon Viticulture Zone.

Location: "Aghia Kiriaki". 2,45ha. 40°40’3l.34”N, 2l°4l’40.83”E„ at 535m.

Block Location & Data: Single Block “Aghia Kiriaki”, 2,45 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’31.34″N, 21°41’40.83″E, at 535 m / 1.755 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.

Vineyard: 180ha of linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m.

Age of Vines: Planted in 2006. Double Cordon VSP.

Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.

Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 24th

Density of Pl/tion: 6.250 shoots / ha.

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, 57HL/ha, 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 8 months with regular stirring.

Degree Days: 1.741,40 April – September

Total Prec/tion: 324 mm. April – September.

Analytical Data:

Alcohol: 13.21 vol.

Total Acidity: 5,89 g/l

Residual Sugar: 0,4 g/l

pH: 3,13

Vinegrower: Makis Mavridis.

Winemaker: Angelos latridis.