Discover Vineyard
TSAGARI KALAMI
Grape variety: Malvasia Di Candia Aromatica
Production area: Agies Paraskies
Soil composition: Sandy Clay Loam (SCL)
Calcium carbonate: High
Cultivation method: Transitioning to organic
Elevation: 360m
Yield per acre: <1.2 tons per acre
Sun exposure: Uniform exposure
Year vineyard planted: 2009
Harvest time: 15th-25th September
The Wine of this Vineyard
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Experience the exquisite balance of citrus and white blossom aromas in every sip of our golden-hued wine, crafted from the finest Malvasia Di Candia Aromatica grapes.
The Vineyard Journey: From Pruning to Harvest
Explore various phases of the vineyard growth through interactive 360° photos.
01 / April / 2023
1. Pruning
Generally the vine is pruned at the end of the winter, between February and March in order to avoid the periods of frost. The goal is to keep only the most fertile buds, that is to say those that appear on the one year old wood.Â
3 / June / 2023
2. Blooming
Blooming refers to the flowering stage of grapevines. During this phase, the grapevine flowers open and pollination occurs, which is a critical step for fruit production.
15 / July / 2023
3. Fruit Set
Fruit set is a critical phase in the vineyard lifecycle that follows flowering (blooming). During fruit set, the fertilized flowers begin to develop into small grape berries.
14 / August / 2023
4. Ripening
Ripening is a crucial phase in the vineyard lifecycle where the grapes undergo significant changes in preparation for harvest. It is the process during which grapes reach their full flavor, sugar, and acidity levels, signaling they are ready to be picked.
09 / September / 2023
5. Harvest
Harvest is the final phase in the vineyard cycle, where the grapes are collected when they have reached optimal ripeness. This process marks the transition from cultivation to winemaking.
Location
Address:
Agies Paraskies Crete Greece Pc. 70100