Cabernet Franc En Arhi
- Red
- Cabernet Franc, un-grafted vines (100%)
Vinification & Aging
Grapes are harvested and brought to winery where they are crushed and 14-day maceration. Fermentation is done in stainless steel tank at controlled temperatures. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in tank.
Aged for 8 months on the lees in tank.
Ecosystems
The vineyards cover 25 hectares of land, with new plantings added every year. They are located at an altitude of 400 - 600 m and are influenced by the warm Mediterranean climate and the considerable rainfall (620 mm / year, on average). The surrounding hills, the crystal gypsum, limestone and quartz rich soils, together with the uninterrupted exposure to the winds of the valley, modify the local mesoclimate.
Tasting Notes
From 35-year-old ungrafted bush vines with 14-day maceration before tank fermentation. Medium-bodied with black fruit, violet, and plum notes, with brisk acidity and soft tannins. En Arhi means ‘In the Beginning’ and was the first wine Theodoros ever made in his grandmother’s home. It represents the humble beginning of his winemaking journey.