«… The one is Afstiros (strict) … Afstiros is palatable and rather uric…» Athenian, . - " Deipnosophistae"
"Afstiros"
TYPE
Dry red
CATEGORY
P.G.I. Chios
VARIETIES
Chiotiko krassero 60% - Agiannitis 40%
ALTITUDE
250 – 350 meters
HARVEST
Chiotiko krassero end of September – Agiannitis after August 15th
YIELD PER ACRE
800 kilos
WINEMAKING
Fermentation by the method of cold extraction in a stainless steel tank.
AGING
Matures for 18 months, in naturally moist and cold cellar in oak barrels.
TASTY SUGGESTION
Meats with red sauces, pasta with spicy sauces. Also lobster with spaghetti or gourmet seafood.
SERVING
16ο – 18ο C
CHARACTERISTICS
Strong body, attractive purple color, aroma of red fruits and vanilla, intense spices. Aftertaste with duration and intensity in the mouth.