COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
100% Malagouzia
PRODUCER
Alpha Estate
REGION
Macedonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Malagouzia Single Vineyard Chelones by Alpha Estate is a dry white wine from the PGI Florina appellation in Macedonia, Greece. Produced from 100% Malagouzia grapes grown in a single vineyard named 'Chelones' (Turtles) on the Amyndeon Plateau, the wine benefits from a high-altitude, cool climate. Alpha Estate, founded by Makis Mavridis and Angelos Iatridis, is known for its modern approach to winemaking, emphasizing scientific precision and low yields to express the unique terroir. The vineyard's name reflects its location near local turtle nesting grounds, underscoring the estate's connection to its environment.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
11-11°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The vineyard is named 'Chelones' (Turtles) due to its proximity to freshwater turtle nesting sites.
Fact 02
Grown at altitudes between 620-710 meters, this is one of Greece's highest-altitude single-vineyard Malagouzia wines.
Fact 03
Alpha Estate is a pioneer in modern Greek winemaking, focusing on scientific precision and low yields.
Fact 04
The wine is vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Malagouzia Single Vineyard Chelones undergoes a meticulous winemaking process. Grapes are hand-harvested and optically sorted before a pre-fermentation cold soak with skin contact. Alcoholic fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for two months on its fine lees with regular stirring ('sur lies' and 'bâtonnage) to enhance texture and complexity. The estate employs sustainable viticultural practices and innovative techniques like optical sorting and gravity-fed winery design.
