Alpha Estate Ecosystem Xinomavro Reserve Vieilles Vignes Single Block “Barba Yannis”
Protected Denomination of Origin Amyndeon
Red
Alpha Estate Ecosystem Xinomavro Reserve Vieilles Vignes Single Block “Barba Yannis”
Protected Denomination of Origin Amyndeon
Variety Composition:
Xinomavro 100%.
Region / Location / Vineyard:
Amyndeon plateau. Amyndeon viticulture zone. North-western Macedonia. Planted in 1919. Gobelet 100%. Single Block "Barba Yannis", 3,71 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40'45.88"N, 21°41'35.93"E, at 647 m / 2.128 ft., with north-western exposure, facing mount Voras.
Vinification Method & Ageing:
Destemming, light crushing, cold soak - skin contact, alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, at gradually increasing temperatures, maintenance of wine “sur lies” for 24 months with regular stirring. 24 months in new Allie - Jupilles French oak casks, medium grain, white toasted and 12 months in bottle before release. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Tasting Characteristics:
Bright dark ruby color. Complex nose with typical bouquet of sundried tomatoes, smoky black fruits, strawberries, dark cherries, licorice and spices. Full body, with rich fruit depth, blackberries, plums, herbaceous hints and oak on the back. Solid, velvety tannins and long aftertaste with persistent aromas.
Harmony:
Perfect match with juicy red barbecued meats, roasted lamb, spicy sausages, red baked peppers in olive oil, stew rabbit, light spicy full body cheeses.
Best served at 16-18ο C. (60,8-64,4 ο F).
(2015) Gold Medal - Mundus Vini
(2015) Gold Medal Selection - Selection
94 + Points - Robert Parker reviewed by Mark Squires
19 Points - Jancis Robinson. Reviewed by Julia Harding
94 points - James Halliday. The Australian
91 points - Asia Palate. Jeannie Cho Lee MW
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 180ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Barba Yannis”, 3,71ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’45.88″N, 21°41’35.93″E, at 647 m / 2.128 ft., with north-western exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 1919. Gobelet 100%. Ungrafted.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 29th
Density of Pl/tion: 2.600 shoots/ha.
Yield: 26 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Vinification: Destemming, light crushing, cold soak – skin contact, alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, at gradually increasing temperatures, maintenance of wine “sur lies” for 24 months with regular stirring.
Ageing: 24 months in new Allier – Jupilles French oak casks, medium grain, white toasted and 12 months in bottle before release. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1.678,90 April – September.
Total Precipitation: 325,40mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,82% vol.
Total Acidity: 6,75 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,40 g/l
pH: 3,26
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 140ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Barba Yannis”, 3,71ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’45.88″N, 21°41’35.93″E, at 647 m / 2.128 ft., with north-western exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 1919. Gobelet 100%. Ungrafted.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 26th
Density of Pl/tion: 2.600 shoots/ha.
Yield: 26 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Vinification: Destemming, light crushing, cold soak – skin contact, alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, at gradually increasing temperatures, maintenance of wine “sur lies” for 24 months with regular stirring.
Ageing: 24 months in new Allier – Jupilles French oak casks, medium grain, white toasted and 12 months in bottle before release. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1.684,57 April – September.
Total Precipitation: 227,80mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,94% vol.
Total Acidity: 7,48 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,80 g/l
pH: 3,15
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 140ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Barba Yannis”, 3,71ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’45.88″N, 21°41’35.93″E, at 647 m / 2.128 ft., with north-western exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 1919. Gobelet 100%. Ungrafted.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 8th
Density of Pl/tion: 2.600 shoots/ha.
Yield: 26 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Vinification: Destemming, light crushing, cold soak – skin contact, alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, at gradually increasing temperatures, maintenance of wine “sur lies” for 24 months with regular stirring.
Ageing: 24 months in new Allier – Jupilles French oak casks, medium grain, white toasted and 12 months in bottle before release. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1.458.87 April – September.
Total Precipitation: 368.8 mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,72% vol.
Total Acidity: 6,80 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,00 g/l
pH: 3,34
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 120ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Barba Yannis”, 3,71ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’45.88″N, 21°41’35.93″E, at 647 m / 2.128 ft., with north-western exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 1919. Gobelet 100%. Ungrafted.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 1st
Density of Pl/tion: 2.600 shoots/ha.
Yield: 26 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Vinification: Destemming, light crushing, cold soak – skin contact, alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, at gradually increasing temperatures, maintenance of wine “sur lies” for 18 months with regular stirring.
Ageing: 24 months in new Allier – Bertrange French oak casks, medium grain, white toasted and 12 months in bottle before release. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1.572,77 April – September
Total Precipitation: 281.60 mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,12% vol.
Total Acidity: 6,50 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,00 g/l
pH: 3,37
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 120ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Barba Yannis”, 3,71ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’45.88″N, 21°41’35.93″E, at 647 m / 2.128 ft., with north-western exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 1919. Gobelet 100%. Ungrafted.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 10th
Density of Pl/tion: 2.600 shoots/ha.
Yield: 26 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Vinification: Destemming, light crushing, cold soak – skin contact, alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, at gradually increasing temperatures, maintenance of wine “sur lies” for 18 months with regular stirring.
Ageing: 24 months in new Allier – Bertrange French oak casks, medium grain, white toasted and 12 months in bottle before release. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1.426,61 April – September
Total Precipitation: 287,60mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,04% vol.
Total Acidity: 5,7 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,3 g/l
pH: 3,51
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Vineyard, Property: 97ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard, situated at an altitude of 620-710m / 2.034-2.329ft
Single Block Location: “ Barba Yannis’’ Single Block Sub-region. Amyndeon plateau. 40ο 41’25.78’’Ν 21ο 42’50.44’’ E, at 647m/2.128ft
Age of Vines: 92 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Vineyard Designated for this wine: 2,74 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 30th
Density of Pl/tion: 2.600 shoots/ha.
Yield: 26 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Vinification: Destemming, light crushing, cold soak – skin contact, alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora, isolated from the specific block. Maintenance of wine ‘’sur lies’’ for 18 months with regular stirring.
Ageing: 24 months in new Allie oak casks and 12 months minimum in bottle. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1.591,07 April – September
Total Precipitation: 242mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 14,5% vol.
Total Acidity: 6,4 g/l
Residual Sugar: 3,4 g/l
pH: 3,41
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 87ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Age of Vines: 91 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Vineyard Designated for: 3,17 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 1st
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots/ha.
Yield: 26 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Vinification: Destemming, light crushing, cold soak – skin contact, alcoholic fermentation at gradual increasing temperatures in rotary fermentors providing best cap & tannin management. Maintenance of wine ‘’sur lies’’ for many months with regular stirring.
Ageing: 24 months in Allie oak casks and 12 months minimum in bottle. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1.671,67 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 302,40mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 14,5% vol.
Total Acidity: 6,1 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,0 g/l
pH: 3,48
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 87ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Age of Vines: 90 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Vineyard Designated for: 3,17 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 7th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots/ha.
Yield: 26 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Ageing: 24 months in Allie oak casks and 12 months minimum in bottle. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1.671,67 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 302,40mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 14% vol.
Total Acidity: 5,9 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,1 g/l
pH: 3,37
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Age of Vines: 89 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Vineyard Designated for: 2,93 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 4th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots/ha.
Yield: 23 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Ageing: 24 months in Allie oak casks and 12 months minimum in bottle. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1271
Total Prec/tion: 234 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,5% vol.
Total Acidity: 5,6 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,3 g/l
pH: 3,42
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Age of Vines: 88 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Vineyard Designated for: 2,93 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 10th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots/ha.
Yield: 23 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Ageing: 24 months in Allie oak casks and 12 months minimum in bottle. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1644
Total Prec/tion: 230,2 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,5 % vol.
Total Acidity: 6,9 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,5 g/l
pH: 3,32
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Age of Vines: 87 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Vineyard Designated for: 2,93 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 4th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots/ha.
Yield: 22 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Ageing: 18 months in Allie oak casks and 18 months minimum in bottle. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1664
Total Prec/tion: 130 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,5 % vol.
Total Acidity: 6,6 g/l
Residual Sugar: 3,4 g/l
pH: 3,42
Average Berry Weight: 0,85 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Age of Vines: 86 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Vineyard Designated for: 2,93 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 5th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots/ha.
Yield: 22,5 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Ageing: 18 months in Allie oak casks and 18 months in bottle. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1675
Total Prec/tion: 103 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,5 % vol.
Total Acidity: 6,4 g/l
Residual Sugar: 3,0 g/l
pH: 3,52
Average Berry Weight: 0,85 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Vineyard Designated for: 2,93 ha
Age of Vines: 85 y.o.Gobelet 100%
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 10th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots/ha
Yield: 21,47HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Ageing: 12 months in Allie oak casks medium to light toast and 24 months in bottle. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1420
Total Prec/tion: 140 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,5 % vol.
Total Acidity: 6,6 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,6 g/l
pH: 3,33
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Age of Vines: 84 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 7th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots/ha
Yield: 4000 kg/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Ageing: 7 months in 50% Allie oak casks and 50% Missouri fine grain. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1510
Total Prec/tion: 50 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,6 % vol.
Total Acidity: 7,0 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,0 g/l
pH: 3,31
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Xinomavro 100%
Location: “Tortoise Nest” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Age of Vines: 83 y.o. Gobelet 100%
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. October 18th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots /ha
Yield: 4000 kg/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Ageing: 8 months in 50% Allie light toast oak casks and 50% Missouri fine grain. No treatment or filtration before bottling.
Degree Days: 1470
Total Prec/tion: 90 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,8 % vol.
Total Acidity: 7,4 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,4 g/l
pH: 3,20
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