Estate Argyros 2016 Magnum -1.5L

Description Magnum Estate Argyros Wine 2016 Magnum -1.5L

General Comments: Founded in 1903, the Argyros property is located on the island of Santorini, famous for its spiral vines and Whitechurches. . In 1950, the Argyros vineyards were inherited by the founder’s son, who tripled the land from 5 to 15 hectares. Yiannis Argyros, the third generation, which took over the business in 1974, began to look beyond the local market. Today, Mathew Argyros, the fourth generation of winemakers in the family, continues his father’s legacy, making legendary Asyrtiko wines and other indigenous varieties from Santorini, using traditional techniques. Pyrgos, excellent location for Assyrtiko. Black beef vineyards range from 30 to over 150 years old and are grown in the shape of a basket and a traditional technique called “kouloura”. The inorganic soil of Santorini is naturally immune to Phylloxera and many other vine pests, reducing the need for synthetic herbicides and pesticides. Estate Argyros practices sustainable viticulture, using composted grape must as fertilizer and the vineyards are plowed with donkeys. Whitewine sec Category: Protected designation of origin SANTORINI The characteristics of the parc are the properties of the old Assiko grapes. Located in Episkopi, the average age of the vineyards is over 150 years, with some stems over 3 centuries old. The yield is extremely low. The grapes are selected manually, in August. juice. After fermentation, 20% of the wine is aged for 6 months in French oak barrels, 500L, with periodic barring. The subtle oak influence highlights the earthy aroma, specific to the Asyrtiko variety. This wine has a stellar acidity and shows a fine tension on the finish. Light yellow color with shades of green. Whole wine with a clear acidity, a great structure, intensity and complex aromas of lemon blossom and citrus fruits. Long mineral finish. 0D _ Harvest time: august Vinification: classic Whitevinification, stainless steel tanks. 20% of the wine in French oak barrels of 500L, for 6 months Maceration technique: Battonage D_D D Cooking combinations: fatty fish, oysters, seafood, poultry, pork and smoked cheeses. Serving temperature 10-12C ; nPremii: 2018- Medalie aur – IWSC 2017-Medalie aur – Decanter Wine Awards; t n 2013 -Gold Medal – Decanter World Wine Awards 0D _ 2012-Silver Medal- Decanter Wine Awards 2010-TROPHY – Decanter World Wine Awards & Awards 2017-94 points, Wine & Spirits Buying Guide 2016-94 points, eRobertParker.com 2016-93 points 000 0, Wine Spectator_x; Wine & Spirits 2013-94 points, Wine & Spirits 2011-93 points, Wine Spectator 2010-92 points, Wine Spectator _x &, Nx10D_ _x; Spirits Magazine 2006-92 points, Wine Review Online 2007-91 points, Wine Spectator _x; & Spirits Buying Guide 2005-90 points, eRobertParker.com 2005-89 points 200_D000, Wine Spectator_x; eRobertParker.com 2002-87 points, Wine Spectator