KTIMA GEROVASSILIOU

the Ktima Gerovassiliou is the brainchild of Vangelis Gerovassiliou. In 1981, he started reviving the family vineyard extending over 2.5 hectares in the Papamola region of Epanomi, approximately 25 km southeast of Thessaloniki.<br /> In a unique ecosystem Vangelis Gerovassiliou planted Greek, but also foreign grape varieties. The first vinification took place in 1986 at the modern winery that was built by the vineyard. Today, Ktima Gerovassiliou owns a single private vineyard stretching over 100 hectares that are cultivated according to the standards of an Integrated Management System that supports biodiversity and a healthy ecosystem. Deep knowledge and use of up-to-date technology combined with more traditional and conventional wine-making methods lead to the production of high-quality wines with distinct micro-climate (terroir) characteristics.

1981

WINES

Protected Geographical Indication Epanomi

VINEYARD

Greek and foreign varieties have been planted and are cultivated with great care: Malagousia -first vinified by Vangelis Gerovassiliou- and Assyrtiko -originally from the island of Santorini- are the Greek white varieties of the estate, while Limnio -an ancient Greek variety mentioned by Aristophanes in the 5th century BC- Mavroudi, Mavrotragano and Xinomavro are the Greek red varieties. Furthermore, French white varieties -Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier- and reds -Syrah and Merlot- are also cultivated. In parallel, Ktima Gerovassiliou is continuously experimenting and studying the cultivation of both Greek and foreign varieties.

Location: Epanomi, Papamola area
Total area: 100 hectares
Orientation: Slope gradient 7–12% – Western and eastern exposure
Altitude: 100–120 m

NATURAL ENVIRONMENT

Agricultural lands, proximity to the sea.

CLIMATE

The climate in the region of Epanomi is Mediterranean with mild winters and hot summers, tempered by sea breezes. The vineyard is surrounded on three sides by the sea, which is four kilometres distant, while its west side faces Thermaic Gulf and Mount Olympus, and the beaches of Pieria. The soil is mainly sandy with a few clayey substrates and calcareous rocks. It is rich in sea fossils, since the surrounding hilly area was formed by sea deposits.