Gerovassiliou Avaton

Avaton – Domaine Gerovassiliou | Rare, powerful and entirely Greek

The Avaton from Domaine Gerovassiliou is a unique, powerful red wine made from three indigenous Greek grape varieties. It is a tribute to the Greek winegrowing tradition and shows how refined and impressive local varieties can be. Rich, complex and with great cellaring potential — a genuine top wine from Epanomi.

Grapes & origin
A blend of three indigenous red grapes:

• Limnio — the oldest known Greek grape, already mentioned by Aristotle.
• Mavroudi — gives power and structure.
• Mavrotragano — a rare variety from Santorini, providing depth and aromatic complexity.

All from the estate’s own vineyards in Epanomi, near Thessaloniki, where the mild maritime climate and sandy soils give perfect ripening.

Vinification
The wine ferments in stainless steel and then ages for around 18 months in new French oak barrels, followed by ageing in bottle. This combination gives power, refinement and a long life.

Tasting notes
Deep dark red. On the nose aromas of blackcurrant, plum compote, tobacco, clove, leather, mocha and a hint of Mediterranean herbs. On the palate powerful and concentrated, with firm but ripe tannins, fresh acidity and a long, complex finish full of spicy and smoky nuances.

Serving tips
Serve at 17–18 °C. Decanting recommended. Perfect with game, roast beef or lamb, stews, truffle dishes and matured hard cheeses. A real wine for gastronomic occasions.

Cellaring
Very great: at least 10–15 years. Develops beautifully in bottle and becomes more complex with the years.