Akriotou Orivatis Wild Savatiano

Vasiliki Akriotou is an oenologist with over 20 years’ experience in the wine industry. In 2015, she created her first range of wines from a micro-winery in the heart of Greece, which reflected her philosophy of winemaking. The vineyards are situated among the snow-capped mountains at altitudes of 280 to 380 metres above sea level.

The Savatiano grapes are sourced from a single vineyard called ‘Gouriona', located in Plataea, a small village at the foot of the Kitheronas Mountain in Central Greece. Savatiano is suited to the hot, dry climate as it has excellent drought resistant properties. The grapes for this wine come from old vines of 60 to 65 years, which are pruned according to the traditional Gobelet style and produce low yields of concentrated fruit. Harvest takes place at night, contributing to the preservation of varietal aromas and natural acidity.

Fermented using native yeasts and lees aged with regular battonage, the wine matured for 21 months in total. It has been bottled without fining or filtration, to highlight the depth and potential of this indigenous variety.

Akriotou Orivatis Wild Savatiano has aromas of lemon, honeysuckle, peach, melon and butter. It is textured and creamy, with layers of citrus fruit, wet stone, nuances of bread and a delicious honey note through to a long, intense finish.