Arvanitidis Estate is located at Askos, a quiet picturesque village near Thessaloniki, on the eastern slopes of Mt Vertiskos, at an altitude of 500 m. The lush greenery, the cool breeze,the calm atmosphere, the healthy mountain climate, the renown "kasseri" cheese from nearby Sohos village and the famous local carnival, celebrated by the traditional "bell wearers", as praised by the well known Greek novelist Ziranna Zatelis, are among the many attractions of the region.

In Askos, as in entire Macedonia, viticultural tradition goes well back in time. Attacked by phylloxera in the 1920's however, the vineyards were totally damaged, to be reestablished in the 1930's, when cosmopolitan and indigenous varieties were grafted on American rootstock. Since then, a vineyard of 50 ha is maintained at the area.

Amidst this beautiful region, with green hills of modest height, on the location of an old family vineyard, agronomist Thanassis Arvanitidis, together with his brother George, created in 1999 a modern vineyard and started Arvanitidis Estate.

 Classification: PGI Thessaloniki

Category: Dry white

Varietal composition: 100% Chardonnay

Origin - Vineyard: Askos area, Thessaloniki region, Central Macedonia. “Toumba” sub-region. 2ha of linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 500-550m.

Harvest: Second half of August

Vinification: Pre-fermentation cold soak-skin contact, long-lasting alcoholic fermentation in inox tanks, to be followed by 2-3 months “sur lie” maturation in French oak, with frequent stirring.

Wine description: Typical Chardonnay with a fresh character that brings to nose freshly cut citrus fruit. Taste opulent flavors of grapefruits and limes with a veil of honey due to its short encounter with oak. Mouth-watering for food wine.

Wine and food pairing: Enjoy with spaghetti al pesto, risotto with seafood or lobster, fleshy grilled fish, rabbit, and poultry in white sauce. Excellent pairing with aged Sohos ‘kasseri’ cheese, Greek Gruyere and ‘metsovone’ cheese.

Serve it: 12οC

Aging potential: 3 – 5 years