The reintegration of the vine-planted land of Avdira into the map of Greek wine production began as a vision and became a fact
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Lagara Red

Lagara Red

Dry Red

Merlot 50%
Syrah 30%
Pamidi 20%

This wine was given the name “Lagara” which in the local dialect of Avdira, means clean and pure water (it comes from the ancient Greek adjective lagaros, which means clear and pure). Red Lagara is a mixture of 50% Merlot, 30% Syrah and 20% Pamidi. It features a deep crimson color, aromas of wild cherry, blueberry, vanilla, and pastry cream, which are followed by discreet notes of tobacco and a rich tannic taste. Its staying in select oak barrels with a capacity of 225 Liters for 18 months provides sit with a capacity to age for a long time and its characteristic long-lasting aftertaste.

Lagara White

Lagara White

Dry White

Sauvignon Blanc 70%
Assyrtiko 30%

This wine was given the name “Lagara” which in the local dialect of Avdira, means clean and pure water (it comes from the ancient Greek adjective lagaros, which means clear and pure). The varieties Sauvignon Blanc and Assyrtiko, follow a separate vinification process and are combined after the end of fermentation, at a suitable moment, providing as a result an explosive aroma and a rich body. In its aroma, exotic fruits (pineapple, lychee) prevail and are followed by green currant aromas and notes of asparagus. It is full-bodied and rather acidic, with a long-lasting aromatic aftertaste.

Pamidi

Pamidi

Dry Rosé

Pamidi 100%

«Pamidi is one of the main varieties of Thrace.» This characteristic red grape, featuring rosé pearls. This special variety with an appropriate winemaking protocol is ideal for the production of rosé wines with a rich aromatic character. The whole vinification is based on the few extraction process to obtain the ideal amount of pigments to produce a very gentle wine in the shade of the ‘saumon’. The wine appears with a dry and aromatic mouth simultaneously, good acidity with a solid flavor structure. Its finish is pleasant and of good duration.

Assyrtiko

Assyrtiko

Dry White

Assyrtiko 100%

«ASSYRTIKO» is the newest label of our estate. After completing its alcoholic fermentation, the wine spends 4 months in the stainless steel tanks for battonage with its wine lees, in order to gain volume and variety. It has a soft golden color. It has aromas of lemon grass, white flowers, and hints of tropical fruits, as well as quince and aromas of ripe citrus. Its taste is dry, with a high level of acidity, and full-bodied. It has a long-lasting aftertaste.

Limnio

Limnio

Dry Red

Limnio 100%

The oldest Greek variety, Limnio, has been aged for 6 months in oak barrels with the application of innovative vinification methods. This micro-oxygenation process creates a wine with mild aromas of berries, with the aromas of oak in the background. Its color is crimson, with aromas such as black cherry, pomegranate, and notes of pepper and curry, as well as dark chocolate. With a robust taste, pleasant acidity, and well-integrated tannins. Full-bodied, but elegant at the same time, it displays a long-lasting peppery aftertaste.

Mavroudi

Mavroudi

Dry Red

Mavroudi 100%

The “Mavroudi” variety is counted among the oldest Greek grape varieties. Its name is associated with the characteristic feature of the grapes, namely their dark red color. This is a particular variety that displays rich aromas and at the same time, an intense tannic character, under correct vinification conditions. The micro-oxygenation process that takes place during its aging in oak barrels has as its result a wine with soft aromas of berries and notes of vanilla. A crimson color, with aromas such as those of cherry, strawberry, and aromatic herbs. Dry with a well-structured taste, pleasant acidity with rich tannins included. An intense aftertaste with good duration.

Malagouzia

Malagouzia

Dry White

Malagouzia 100%

«MALAGOUZIA» is the new label of the estate as regards the mono – varietal white wines of the Vourvoukelis estate. The wine displays the basic characteristics of the variety, which is an intense aromatic bouquet, moderate to high acidity . The ‘’wine body’’ is full and robust . The color appears white-yellow with golden reflections. Fragrances, white flowers, apricot and tropical fruits. Its finish is quite strong and last .

Avdiros Red

Avdiros Red

Dry Red

Limnio 50%
Syrah 30%
Pamidi 20%

This wine was dedicated to the name «Άβδηρος«, after the son of the god Hermes from Opounda in Lokrida. According to Greek mythology, the demigod Heracles built the town of Avdira in Thrace in memory of his friend Avdiros when he was killed in the fight with the wild horses of King Diomedes of Thrace. This label features the wild horse of Thrace. It is a particular blend of two Greek varieties (the oldest Greek variety, Limnio, meets the rare Pamidi) and a foreign one (Syrah from France). The Syrah variety provides primary aromas of berries (freshness), while the Limnio, after spending 8 to 12 months in a barrel, provides peppery aromas, as well as notes of cocoa and tobacco. Its taste is soft, with mild tannins and moderate acidity. A full-bodied wine with a pleasant aftertaste.

Avdiros Rose

Avdiros Rose

Semi-Dry Rose

Pamidi 85%
Syrah 15%

This wine was dedicated to the name «Avdiros«, after the son of the god Hermes from Opounda in Lokrida. According to Greek mythology, the demigod Heracles built the town of Avdira in Thrace in memory of his friend Avdiros when he was killed in the fight with the wild horses of King Diomedes of Thrace. This label features the wild horse of Thrace. This wine is the result of joint vinification of the reddish, intensely fruity and aromatic Pamidi variety (85%) with red Syrah (15%), in order to intensify the color and produce a spicier taste. The wine is particularly aromatic, very fresh in both its taste and its aroma, because of the fact that the Pamidi variety, which was resurrected by the estate, is a sweet and aromatic (edible) type of grape that provides fresh strawberry, cherry, and sour cherry aromas (this is the nature of the variety). The wine provides a pleasantly sweet aftertaste due to residual sugar.

Avdiros White

Avdiros White

Dry White

Chardonnay 70%
Pamidi 30%

This wine took the name «Avdiros«, from the son of the god Hermes, who was descended from Opounda in Lokrida. According to Greek mythology, the demigod Heracles built the town of Avdira in Thrace in memory of his friend Avdiros when he was killed in the fight with the wild horses of King Diomedes of Thrace. This label features the wild horse of Thrace. The wine has a soft lemon yellow shade, intense fruity aromas of peach, exotic fruits, and lemon blossoms. Its taste is characterized by a rich, refreshing sharpness and a long-lasting aromatic aftertaste.

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The Vourvoukelis Estate Winery was founded by Nikos and Flora Vourvoukelis in 1999, in the area of Avdira, in the Province of Xanthi, when Nikos, who had grown up surrounded by vineyards and wine from a young age, felt the desire, beyond his professional occupation as a doctor, to work with the cultivation of vineyards and wine. With the vision of resurrecting the famous vineyard of Avdira, he planted 2 hectares in the fertile hills of the area (today they have reached 10) with native and international varieties of wine grapes.

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