COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Mavrokoudoura
PRODUCER
Avantis Estate
REGION
Evia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Avantis Mavrokoudoura 2019 is a red wine from Avantis Estate, located in Evia, Greece. It is made from 100% Mavrokoudoura, a rare indigenous grape variety that Avantis Estate is actively reviving. The estate, run by Apostolos Mountrichas and Lenga Grigoriadou, has a long family history in viticulture dating back to 1830. Apostolos, with his oenology background, champions the revival of ancient Greek varietals. The vineyards are situated in Kymi & Afrati, Evia, at altitudes of 250-500 meters, benefiting from a Mediterranean climate with significant sunshine. The wine is classified as PGI Evia.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Mavrokoudoura grape was almost extinct.
Fact 02
Avantis Estate aims to replicate ancient Greek wines.
Fact 03
The wine is unfiltered and may contain sediment.
Fact 04
Aging potential of 8-10 years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Avantis Mavrokoudoura 2019 begins with a cold skin contact for three days, followed by a long period of skin maceration. The wine then undergoes maturation in new Ermitage oak barrels. The wine is intentionally unfiltered, which may result in sediment. The estate's approach emphasizes the revival of indigenous grape varieties.
