Χαλικούνα (Halikouna)

Styles

Principal grape varieties

Terroir

• Proximity to the sea creates a microclimate of mild winters and cool summers.
• Vineyards situated at 25–100 metres altitude on the south-western side of the island.
• The Χαλικούνα plain extends from Lake Κορισσίων (NATURA) to Πρασούδι and the Byzantine fortress of Γαρδίκιο.
• High summer temperatures and αμμώδες soil allow for an early harvest (20–30 August) compared to the rest of the island.

• The Kakotrygi variety has been associated with the Χαλικούνα area for more than 300 years.
• During the years 1882–1890, demand from France drove the expansion of Kakotrygi vine cultivation in Corfu.

• Kakotrygi Χαλικούνα can yield a wine with an alcoholic strength of up to 15% vol when harvested late.

• The αμμώδες, rapidly draining, aeolian-formed soil and the seaside microclimate lead to early ripening of Kakotrygi.

Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the source.

Sources

• National product specification (PDF) — ypaat
• eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PGI-GR-A0832
• Official trade body site — Wines of Greece (EDOAO)