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Αlpha Assyrtiko Aghia Kyriaki 2016

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(Single Block "Aghia Kiriaki", 1,52 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 535 m / 1.755 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras, sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone. Skin contact for 6 hours, controlled alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, “sur lies” for 8 months with regular stirring. Alcohol: 13% vol., TA: 6.8 g/l, Residual Sugar: 2.1 g/l, pH: 3.18). Flinty minerality over a core of peach fruit. Well defined and focused. A lovely cool climate Assyrtiko with mouthwatering acidity and long finish. 
 

Producer
Alpha
Region
  • Northern Greece, Amyndeon
Color / Type
  • White
Variety
Assyrtiko
Vintage
  • 2016
Date Tasted
Jan 2019
When to Drink
2019-2023
Average Price

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