The winery
T-OINOS
Winemaking project on the island of Tinos (Cyclades, Greece) producing white, red and rosé wines from native grape varieties such as Assyrtiko and Mavrotragano. (toinos.com)
- Tinos, Cicladi · Grecia
- 1 product
The story
An initiative spearheaded by Alexandre Avatangelos and Gérard Margeon to recover and recreate the historic vineyards of Tinos; the project involved oenological consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt and the local team in defining the wines and vineyard and cellar practices.
Production philosophy
Respect for the land and indigenous varieties, measured human intervention, and attention to expressing the island's terroir in the wines; a pursuit of balance between nature and winemaking to achieve mineral expressions with long aging potential.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards located on the plateau and terraces of the island of Tinos, characterized by large volakes, a windy climate, granitic soils and a strong maritime influence.
Awards and recognition
Significant attention and high scores from international critics and positive mentions in specialized publications; the official website lists articles and recognitions related to inclusion in top industry lists and features.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Assyrtiko
- Mavrotragano
- Avgoustiatis
- Malagousia
What makes it distinctive
- Vineyards on granitic soils and a landscape with large boulders
- Focus on native grape varieties: Assyrtiko and Mavrotragano
- Collaboration with wine consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt.
- Collection featuring Clos Stegasta Assyrtiko, Clos Stegasta Mavrotragano and rosé such as Mavrosé.
- Accolades and high scores from international critics
