Winery
The winery is located in Western Greece, in the Akarnanika Mountains and specifically in a privately owned vineyard in Kompoti, Xiromero, Aitoloakarnania at an altitude of 500-550 meters. It is a visitable farm with original ideas of agrotourism and life in nature.
The Winery is built on four levels on the top of the farm’s hill and consists of two basements, a ground floor and a tower, all built of carved stone of the area.
The winemaking is done with the most modern winemaking machines (pneumatic press, decanter, pumps, refrigerated tanks and winemakers all made of stainless steel (inox) for reasons of cleanliness and hygiene.
Vineyard
In the Vineyard, ten (10) noble European and Greek varieties of white and red grapes are cultivated according to the rules of organic farming.
Agiorgitiko is the main variety of red grapes cultivated in the vineyard, while in a small area the varieties Xinomavro, Syrah, Merlot and Carpernet Sauvignon, Xinomavro are cultivated.
Of the white varieties, Malagouzia, which is a native variety of Akarnania, is the most prevalent in the vineyard, while in smaller areas the varieties Chardonnay, Moschofilero, Assyrtiko and Robola are cultivated.
The stony limestone soil of Xiromero, enriched with rich forest topsoil, the good sunshine, the cool mountain microclimate and the traditional cultivation with the rules of organic agriculture, guarantee the production of grapes with excellent quality characteristics.
The cultivation of the estate’s vineyard is done with traditional low-row techniques and parallel application of the rules of organic agriculture, with the aim of producing wine grapes of superior quality.
The Vineyard
Aromas of Xiromero
Dry White Wine
Torivia (dry white wine) comes from the vinification mainly of the indigenous variety Malagouzia (60%) and the varieties Assyrtiko (20%) and Chardonnay (20%). A wine with unique fruity aromas and a balanced velvety taste. Serving temperature 10°C.
In Xiromero in the Acarnanian Mountains, near the ancient city of Torivia, we cultivate with expertise and passion, the noble grape varieties Malagouzia, Assyrtiko and Chardonnay.
The dry land of Xiromero and the abundant sunlight of the Greek Sun, combined with traditional organic farming guarantee the production of excellent grapes resulting in a high quality wine.
Our unique blend of three grape varieties expresses generosity, freshness and rich aromas on the palate.
Dry Red Wine
Ineas (dry red wine) comes from the vinification of red grapes mainly of the noblest Greek variety Agiorgitiko (60%) as well as the varieties Xinomavro (20%) and Syrah (20%).
Since ancient times, the cities of Acarnania, such as Torivia, Cecropia, Medeon and especially Iniades, have held a special place in the production of quality wines.
In the Acarnania mountains, in our privately owned vineyards, with great knowledge and intense passion, we cultivate noble European and Greek grape varieties (Agiorgitiko, Xinomavro, Syrah, Sauvignon Cabernet, Merlot).
The arid and arid land of Xiromeros, enriched with forest humus, sunlight, mountain microclimate and traditional cultivation according to the rules of organic farming, can guarantee the production of grapes with exceptional quality characteristics.
The area and its history
The region of the Acarnania Mountains has been continuously inhabited since prehistoric times. Most of the city-states that made up the Acarnania community were located in the Acarnania Mountains (Medeon, Torivia, Thyreion, Cecropia).
Ancient Torivia, located three (3) kilometers from our winery, is the oldest city-state of Aetolia-Acarnania with cyclopean walls and curved gates that are very well preserved to this day.
Guided Tour – Wine Tasting
Guided tour – Activities
The estate is in a wonderful location with many activities for visitors both on and off the farm such as pruning, harvesting, wine bottling, hiking, mountain biking, mountain climbing and visits to areas of historical and environmental interest such as the castle of the ancient city of Torivia with its cyclopean walls or the unique fir forest located just 1.5 kilometers from the farm.
Wine Tasting
The visitor can choose the labels to taste from our Winery’s wine list. Current and rare old vintages, matching raw materials, flavor combinations, and the view of the imposing vineyard ideally complete the visit to our Winery.
Reservation
Initially, you provide your contact information and the date you are interested in visiting us and we will contact you as soon as possible for further clarifications and details to confirm your reservation.
Guesthouse
Within the farm-vineyard of our Winery, three furnished maisonettes are available for the accommodation of our visitors.
Specifically, these are maisonette houses built with carved stone and wood, of traditional architecture with respect for the environment. Each house has a ground floor consisting of a living room with fireplace, kitchen and bathroom with hydromassage and an upper floor consisting of a spacious bedroom, bathroom and large balconies with views of the mountain and the under-construction Achyra dam with the 3200-acre lake of the mountain basin.
Furnished Maisonettes
Information
Location
Kompoti of Aitoloakarnania
Xiromero, P.C. 30004
Greece
Operating Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00π.μ– 6:00 μ.μ
Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 π.μ – 4:00 μ.μ
Phone
+30 69407007127
info@torivia.gr