Κάρυστος (Karystos)

Styles

Principal grape varieties

Terroir

• Vineyards from 10 m to 600 m altitude on the mountainous massif of Mount Ocha; slopes with gradient providing drainage and sun exposure.
• Μεσογειακό κλίμα: mean annual temperature 18.5 °C, summer 25 °C, winter 11 °C.
• Strong north-easterly winds prevailing from winter through summer; wind influence is recognised as a factor of uniqueness in the wines.
• Mean rainfall ~80 mm; concentrated from Oct.–Apr., with a water deficit during the growing season.

• Viticulture in Karystos dates back to antiquity, with a traditional practice of producing Λιαστός οίνος for family use at celebrations and local festivals.
• Systematic commercial production of Λιαστός οίνος began two decades ago, combining traditional techniques with modern technology.

• High temperatures and abundant sunshine favour sugar accumulation, providing Λιαστός οίνος with the appropriate alcohol level and aromatic compounds.
• The combined soil, climate, and varietal profile of Karystos shapes the distinctive organoleptic characteristics of the ΠΓΕ wines.

• Strong north-easterly winds in summer, together with soil and climate, compose the character of ΠΓΕ Karystos 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-A1334
• Official trade body site — Wines of Greece (EDOAO)