Afstiros

«… 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.