Profile
An Agronomy Graduate in 1996, major in Plant Protection and specialized in Edaphology, I began my professional career working as an edaphologist, performing edaphic analyses throughout Greece. This way I got more familiar with Greek viniculture while I was introduced to many Greek and foreign vine varieties.
In 1998, after having thoroughly collected and recorded the data and pictures needed, and having gained the necessary experience, I cultivated my first vineyard in Nees Karyes, Larissa, in a 1.25 acre area, growing 22 different Greek and foreign varieties of vines for the production of white and red wine. The purpose of this undertaking was to explore the possibility of all these varieties adapting to the area microclimate.
In 2006, after systematically recording and analysing the qualitative characteristics of these varieties, and after producing single and mixed variety wine, I created a 6.5 acre vineyard with specific Greek and foreign vine varieties, with the aim of producing white and red wine.
In 2015 I proceeded to the construction of a new modern winery. The total area of vineyards is 80 ha. of which 30 ha. are private.
The result of this experience of many years, and of the long tests, is a high quality wine of organic management, with the distinctive name "CARYOS GΑΕΑ".
The Vineyards
They are located in New Karyes Larissa, a sloping land characterized as calcareous clay loam, with an altitude of 140m to 160m.
The microclimate of the region is characterized by heavy rainfall and low temperatures in winter, and high temperatures and prolonged drought in the spring and summer, which helps implement organic vineyard methods.
Since 2006, wine-growing is under the organic administration (certified by BIO HELLAS).
The planting density is 410 vines per 0.25 acre. and yields, from 2kg to 3kg grapes per vine. The total area of vineyards is 26 sq.m. divided into two plots of 2.5 and 4 acres.
Facilities
The winery is fully equipped with stainless steel fermentation tanks of various sizes, with temperature fermentation control , for both the white and the red vinification.
It includes the necessary mechanical equipment such as pneumatic press,labeling, capping machines and a fully equipped wine laboratory for the necessary analysis of wines.
In the basement of the winery aging barrels of a 225 lt capacity are kept (made of french and american oak), as well as the wine aging bottles.
ROI MAT
VARIETAL WHITE DRY SPARKLING WINE
MUSCAT OF ALEXANDRIA - ORGANIC WINE
VINIFICATION / MATURATION
Produced with the closed tank method (CUVE CLOSE). We carry out the first alcoholic fermentation at low temperatures of 15-17C., for about 10-12 days. Fermentation with Native Wild Yeasts. After this we carry out the second alcoholic fermentation in a closed tank (after inoculation) to obtain the desired pressure and foaming.
ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS
An intensely aromatic sparkling wine with a rich, fresh nose where, through refreshing bubbles, aromas of lime, banana, apricot, with floral aromas of flowers and citrus fruits are released. With intense effervescence and long bubble duration.
Medium volume in the mouth, with balanced acidity, intense fruity taste and good length of finish.
Ideal aperitif or welcome drink to accompany fruit and light appetizers.
Drink at 10-12 oC
It is available at 750ml (1X6)
RAINBOW
SEMI-SWEET
VARIETAL WINE
Black Muscat of Tiranvos
A refreshing, light, playful demi-sparkling wine. With an alcohol content of 7%. Its color is light pink while its nose is full of natural aromas of roses and white flowers. When in the mouth it tastes rich and harmonious with discreet acidity and with a pleasent, intense flavor, accompanied with gentle sparkling. Best served chilled with a variety of gastronomic options or even plain, at any time of the day.
Perfect for parties and other events!
It is available at 250ml (1X16) & 750ml (1X6)
FRUITS OF THE FOREST
(bio & vegan certified)
POIKILIAKOS SEMI SWEET SEMI SPARKLING WINE
CABERNET SAUVIGNON MERLOT
An unprecedented combination
ull of fruit aromas of the forest and flowers enjoyed by the nose, whereas the mouth experiences a wonderful fragrant and light sweetness and refreshing bubbles.
The result is a well-made semi-sweet, semi-sparkling wine which is a pleasant surprise!
Served at 10-12 ° C
It is available at 187ml (1X24) & 750ml (1X6)
SIXTH SENSE White
(bio & vegan certified)
VARIETAL SEMI-SPARKLING WHITE WINE
MUSCAT BIANCO – ORGANIC WINE
Vision: Lemon coloured with golden highlights. Taste: plethoric with natural sweetness. Smell: primal grape flavours. Hearing: medium intensity bubble bursts Touch: tickling in the tongue and the palate. The result of all above sensual combinations is this particular wine with its characteristic personality, the ECTI AESTHESI.
Served at 10-12 oC
It is available at 187ml (1X24) & 750ml (1X6)
CHARDONNAY OAK White 750ml
(Box of 6 bottles)
(bio & vegan certified)
Varietal dry white wine
A unique "contact" where the oak elements embrace the primary floral and fruit aromas of Chardonnay.
The alcoholic fermentation takes place in French Ermitage 500 lt barrels where the wine remains for six months with the presence of vinolase.
It is distinguished by a compexity and an intensity on the nose where vanilla, nuts and smoke aromas combine with those of exotic and citrus fruit.
It has a balanced acidity, harmonized with the whole. A long lasting fruit aftertaste blends beautifully and sweetly with the oak.
SELENE ORANGE WINE 750ml
(Box of 6 bottles)
(bio & vegan certified)
Made from the varieties : Assyrtiko 99% & Rhoditis Fox 1%.
Natural orange wine with zero oenological intervention. Fermented with natural yeasts in 800lt clay amphora. Unfiltered, with little to no sulphites. Medium orange in colour ,particular aromatic profile of quince, watercress, apricot and orange peel which make up a complex aromatic bouquet. Flavourful robust body, with mild tannins and refreshing acidity.
VINTAGE 750ml
(Box of 6 bottles)
(bio & vegan certified)
RED DRY VARIETAL WINE
An exquisite four-year-old evolved red wine, of three varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Agiorgitiko. Staying for two years in oak barrels and two years in bottles. It is characterized by intense deep scarlet color, with sophisticated and spicy aromas of ripe fruit and vanilla. Rich and full in the mouth with ripe tannins and long aftertaste. A noble wine with a rich character and flevor complexity. Drunk in 18-20 C served in carafe. The possible pressence of sediment is due to the natural way of clarity of the wine and its long-term ageing.
KARYOS GAEA white 750ml (Box of 6 bottles)
(bio & vegan certified)
SAUVIGNON BLANC
VARIETAL WINE DRY WHITE
Shiny, crystal clear, slightly greenish shades and yellowish color.
A bold and rich nose, typical of this variety, with citrus, peach and melon aromas at the end.
A full taste in the mouth with excellent balance and finesse.
Its vibrant but elegant acidity finely complements the taste intensity and contributes to the long stay of the aromas.
SERVED AT 10-12 °C
KARYOS GAEA red 750ml (Box of 6 bottles)
(bio & vegan certified)
VARIETAL DRY RED WINE
Agiorgitiko, Limniona
Wine of a deep purple color.
Aged for a year in oak barrels and kept in its bottles for one more year.
Its nose offers a complex and pure aroma of ripe red fruit, cedar, chocolate, caramel, with notes of spices at the finish.
With a rich body, intense and exuberant taste, balanced acidity and well-seasoned tannins that deliver a long aftertaste and a great aging potential.
SERVED AT 18-20 °C
KARYOS GAEA rose 750ml (Box of 6 bottles)
(bio & vegan certified)
VARIETAL WINE DRY ROSE
Limniona
A rose wine that would like to have been born red.
It is produced of the distinct Greek variety, Limniona.
Produced by the bleeding process, where the grape marcs stay in the fermentation extraction phase for about eight hours, until the desired color potential is developed.
In rose color, with iridescent highlights. Its nose offers an aromatic palette of notes of cherry, wild strawberry, rose and butter caramel.
A wine with distinctive acidity and expressive aftertaste.
SERVED AT 10-12 °C
TERRA NOSTRA WHITE DRY WINE
Black Muscat of Tyrnavos
Vinification: Blanc de noir
Alcoholic Fermentation: Slow at low temperatures.
Features: Bright color, yellowish explosive aromas to the nose, distinctive acidity and a pleasant aftertaste.
SERVED AT 10-12 °C
It is available at 187ml (1X28) & 750ml (1X12)
(1X16) for the 187ml bottles in a box with a paper cup
TERRA NOSTRA ROSE SEMI-SWEET WINE
Black Muscat of Tyrnavos
Vinification: Staying with the marcs for 18 hours to achieve its color. Pre-fermentation cold maceration and slow fermentation at low temperatures.
Features: Pink shiny color with aromas of tropical fruits and roses. Natural sweetness and full flavor.
SERVED AT 10-12 °C
It is available at 187ml (1X28) & 750ml (1X12)
(1X16) for the 187ml bottles in a box with a paper cup
TERRA NOSTRA RED DRY WINE
Black Muscat of Tyrnavos
Vinification: Fermentation together with the marcs throughout the alcoholic fermentation, at controlled temperatures.
Features: Ruby color, with ripe fruit and vanilla aromas. balanced acidity and a distinctive aftertaste.
SERVED AT 16-18 °C
It is available at 187ml (1X28) & 750ml (1X12)
(1X16) for the 187ml bottles in a box with a paper cup
MELIRROS 500ml (Box of 12 bottles)
(bio & vegan certified)
VARIETAL WINE NATURALLY SWEET
Black Muscat of Tyrnavos
It comes from sun-dried grapes of the Muscat Black variety, cultivated in the fertile and warm Thessalian land.
It is a wonderful sweet wine that locks in the sun and flavours, courtesy of its natural way of dehydration and its stay in oak barrels for two years.
A well-made dessert wine with an identity, with the typical name Melirros.
SERVED AT 10-12 °C