Ίλιον (Ilion)
Styles
Principal grape varieties
Terroir
Natural factors
- Mild Mediterranean climate with 2,400 hours of sunshine and a growing season of 275 days.
- Summer north-easterly winds (Meltemi) moderate temperatures owing to proximity to Parnitha.
- A small, flat viticultural zone with gentle slopes at an altitude of 90–110 m, situated within an Ecological Park.
- Dry summer months (ripening-period rainfall of 1 mm) prevent fungal diseases.
Human factors
- The estate was founded by Queen Amalia between 1848 and 1861, with 180 stremma of systematically planted vineyards and model cultivation of new varieties.
- The wines of PYRGOS VASSILISSIS / TOUR LA REINE were recognised as benchmark bottled Greek wines in both the domestic and international markets.
Terroir / wine link
- North-easterly Meltemi winds reduce summer temperatures thanks to proximity to Parnitha, contributing to the distinctive character of the PGI Ilion wines.
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-A0204
- Official trade body site — Wines of Greece (EDOAO)