The 16-hectare vineyard is located at 400 metres altitude on the slopes of the iconic Mt Olympus. This area is located at Litochoro, in the Topoliani area of Pieria in Northern Greece and forms part of the PGI Pieria, an appellation established in 2008. Maria’s father had owned the vineyard for over 20 years. The vines are separated into three smaller autonomous parcels, each with an exciting mosaic of different soils and altitudes. The planting density is 3,000 plants per hectare, and the vines produce low yields. The microclimate is moderate Mediterranean, and the vines benefit from the sea breeze and the natural shelter from the surrounding mountains. Significant rainfall throughout the year nourishes the vines. The Xinomavro vines are planted up to 100 metres with a to-western orientation on a 20% gradient slope. The soils are stony and rich in organic matter. The vineyard is certified organic, and the vines are trained according to the Double Royat method and are
hand-harvested.