Alpha Estate Ecosystem Chardonnay Single Block “Tramonto”
Protected Geographical Indication Florina
White
Alpha Estate Ecosystem Chardonnay Single Block “Tramonto”
Protected Geographical Indication Florina
Variety Composition:
Chardonnay 100%.
Region / Location / Vineyard:
Amyndeon plateau. Amyndeon viticulture zone. North-western Macedonia.Single Block "Kaliva", 2,33ha, 40°41'11.69"N, 21°42'04.88"E, Amyndeon plateau, at 632 m / 2.073 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.
Vinification Method & Maturation:
Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature, controlled alcoholic fermentation by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, in fine grain, white toasted Tronçais oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees for 7 months. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Tastings Characteristics:
Brilliant light yellow color with green hints. Intense and rich nose, typical of the variety, with citrus, white stone fruits, pear and hints of oak. Full mouth, creamy, with excellent balance, freshness and finesse. Persistent after taste aromas with long finish.
Harmony:
White meats in rich creamy sauces, roasted vegetables, sweetbreads, grilled fishes in white sauces and smoked fishes.
Best served at 13ο C. (55.4 οF)
(2021) Silver Medal - Chardonnay Masters
(2021) Bronze Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards
(2020) Gold Medal - Global Chardonnay Masters
(2018) Gold Medal - Asian Chardonnay Masters
90 points - James Suckling (2022)
91+ points - Robert Parker (2021)
89 points - James Suckling (2021)
17+ points - Jancis Robinson (2021)
90 points - Robert Parker (2020)
17.5 points - Jancis Robinson (2020)
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 180ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Tramonto”, 1,99 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’35.09″N, 21°41’38.86″E, at 648 m / 2.126 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 2003. Double Cordon VSP.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 8th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.900 shoots / ha.
Yield: 0,70 kg/m2 of active canopy. 52 Hl/ha, post to green harvest and selection.
Vinification Method & Maturation: Destemming, optical grape sorting and light crushing. Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature, controlled alcoholic fermentation, by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, in fine grain, white toasted Bertrange and Jupille oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Degree Days: 1.741,40 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 324 mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13.03 vol.
Total Acidity: 5,93 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,2 g/l
pH: 3,39
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 180ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Tramonto”, 1,99 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’35.09″N, 21°41’38.86″E, at 648 m / 2.126 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 2003. Double Cordon VSP.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 2nd
Density of Pl/tion: 3.900 shoots / ha.
Yield: 0,70 kg/m2 of active canopy. 52 Hl/ha, post to green harvest and selection.
Vinification Method & Maturation: Destemming, optical grape sorting and light crushing. Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature, controlled alcoholic fermentation, by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, in fine grain, white toasted Bertrange and Jupille oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Degree Days: 1.835,70 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 158,80mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13.61 vol.
Total Acidity: 5,97 g/l
Residual Sugar: 0,90 g/l
pH: 3,42
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 180ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Tramonto”, 1,99 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’35.09″N, 21°41’38.86″E, at 648 m / 2.126 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 2003. Double Cordon VSP.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 8th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.900 shoots / ha.
Yield: 0,70 kg/m2 of active canopy. 52 Hl/ha, post to green harvest and selection.
Vinification Method & Maturation: Destemming, optical grape sorting and light crushing. Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature, controlled alcoholic fermentation, by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, in fine grain, white toasted Bertrange and Jupille oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Degree Days: 1.683,10 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 380,92mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13.14 vol.
Total Acidity: 6,48 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,50 g/l
pH: 3,41
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 180ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Tramonto”, 1,99 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’35.09″N, 21°41’38.86″E, at 648 m / 2.126 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 2003. Double Cordon VSP.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 2nd
Density of Pl/tion: 3.900 shoots / ha.
Yield: 0,70 kg/m2 of active canopy. 52 Hl/ha, post to green harvest and selection.
Vinification Method & Maturation: Destemming, optical grape sorting and light crushing. Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature, controlled alcoholic fermentation, by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, in fine grain, white toasted Bertrange and Jupille oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Degree Days: 1.788,90 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 252,80mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13.41 vol.
Total Acidity: 6,29 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,50 g/l
pH: 3,33
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 180ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Tramonto”, 1,99 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’35.09″N, 21°41’38.86″E, at 648 m / 2.126 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 2003. Double Cordon VSP.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 29th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.900 shoots / ha.
Yield: 0,70 kg/m2 of active canopy. 52 Hl/ha, post to green harvest and selection.
Vinification Method & Maturation: Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature, controlled alcoholic fermentation, by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, in fine grain, white toasted Bertrange and Jupille oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Degree Days: 1.678.90 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 325.40mm. April – September.
Analytical Data: Alcohol: 13.38 vol.
Total Acidity: 5,93 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,60 g/l
pH: 3,38
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 120ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Tramonto”, 1,99 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’35.09″N, 21°41’38.86″E, at 648 m / 2.126 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.
Age of Vines: Planted in 2003. Double Cordon VSP.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. August 27th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.900 shoots / ha.
Yield: 0,70 kg/m2 of active canopy. 52 Hl/ha, post to green harvest and selection.
Vinification Method & Maturation: Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature, controlled alcoholic fermentation, by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, in fine grain, white toasted Bertrange and Jupille oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Degree Days: 1.684.57 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 227.80mm. April – September.
Analytical Data: Alcohol: 13.40 vol.
Total Acidity: 5,80 g/
Residual Sugar: 1,90 g/l
pH: 3,18
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location Vineyard: Amyndeon viticulture zone. 120ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710m. / 2.034-2.329ft.
Block Location & Data: Single Block “Toumpa”, 3,4 ha, Amyndeon plateau, 40°40’31.34”N 21°41’40.83”E, at 653 m / 2.142 ft., with north-west exposure, facing mount Voras.
Soil: Sandy clay loamy soil, over limestone conglomerates, of adequate drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 3rd
Density of Pl/tion: 3.900 shoots / ha.
Yield: 0,70 kg/m2 of active canopy. 52 Hl/ha, post to green harvest and selection.
Vinification Method & Maturation: Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature, controlled alcoholic fermentation, by indigenous flora isolated from the specific block, in fine grain, white toasted Bertrange and Jupille oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Degree Days: 1.458,87 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 368,8 mm. April – September.
Analytical Data: Alcohol: 13.5 vol.
Total Acidity: 5,6 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,30 g/l
pH: 3,39
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location: Toumpa Single Vineyard sub-region. Amyndeon plateau.
Vineyard: 87ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Vineyard Designated for: 1,30 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 4th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots / ha.
Yield: 0,70 kg/ m2 of active canopy. 52 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Vinification Method & Maturation: Skin contact under inert atmosphere at low temperature. Controlled alcoholic fermentation in fine grain, white toasted Bertranges and Jupille oak barrique casks with regular stirring on fine lees. Maximum 7 months following vinification in the same oak casks.
Degree Days: 1.572,77 April – September
Total Prec/tion: 281,60 mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13% vol.
Total Acidity: 5,7 g/l
Residual Sugar: 1,60 g/l
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location: “Horses” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau.
Vineyard: 87ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Vineyard Designated for: 1,30 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 5th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots / ha.
Yield: 52 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Maturation: 7 months in Allie – Bertrange oak casks white toast.
Degree Days: 1433
Total Prec/tion: 242 mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13% vol.
Total Acidity: 5,2 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,00 g/l
pH: 3,39
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location: “Horses” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau.
Vineyard: 87ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Vineyard Designated for: 1,30 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. August
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots / ha.
Yield: 52 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Maturation: 7 months in Allie – Bertrange oak casks medium toast.
Degree Days: 1433
Total Prec/tion: 242 mm. April – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,5% vol.
Total Acidity: 6,8 g/l
Residual Sugar: 3,00 g/l
pH: 3,28
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location: “Horses” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau.
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Vineyard Designated for: 0,80 ha
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. August 28th
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots / ha.
Yield: 47 HL/ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Maturation: 7 months in Allie – Bertrange oak casks medium toast.
Degree Days: 1.549
Total Prec/tion: 48,4 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 14% vol.
Total Acidity: 6,7 g/l
Residual Sugar: 3,1 g/l
pH: 3.31
Average Berry Weight: 0,80 gr
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location: “Horses” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau.
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. August 20th.
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots / ha.
Yield: 5.450 kg / ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Maturation: 7 months in Allie – Bertrange oak casks medium toast.
Degree Days: 1.549
Total Prec/tion: 48,4 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,5% vol.
Total Acidity: 5,7 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,0 g/l
pH: 3,38
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location: “Horses” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau.
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 2nd
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots / ha.
Yield: 6.400 kg / ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Maturation: 7 months in Allie – Bertrange oak casks medium toast.
Degree Days: 1271
Total Prec/tion: 234 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13% vol.
Total Acidity: 6,7 g/l
Residual Sugar: 2,9 g/l
pH: 3,23
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location: “Horses” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau.
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 2nd
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots / ha.
Yield: 6.800 kg / ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Maturation: 7 months in Allie – Bertrange oak casks medium toast.
Degree Days: 1644
Total Prec/tion: 230,2 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13,5% vol.
Vine Grower: Makis Mavridis
Winemaker: Angelos Iatridis
Variety Com/tion: Chardonnay 100%
Location: “Horses” sub-region. Amyndeon plateau.
Vineyard: 75ha of Linear, privately owned vineyard situated at an altitude of 620-710 m.
Soil: Sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Harvest: Manual harvesting in 15 kg capacity picking baskets. September 28th.
Density of Pl/tion: 3.700 shoots / ha.
Yield: 6.800 kg / ha, post to green harvest & selection.
Maturation: 6 months in Allie – Bertrange oak casks medium toast.
Degree Days: 1664
Total Prec/tion: 130 mm. June – September.
Analytical Data:
Alcohol: 13% vol.
Total Acidity: 7,0 g/l
Residual Sugar: 3,0 g/l
pH: 3,43
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