VINTAGE 2025

Characterization of the Vintage 2025-Ktima Biblia Chora-Pangeon Kavala

Weather Conditions

The winter of 2025, as shown in Image 1, was marked by low temperatures, particularly during January and February, along with increased rainfall, which contributed, to some extent, to the replenishment of the soil’s water reserves.

Rainfall continued through March and into the first ten days of April. The low temperatures during this period led to a delay in the start of the growing season at the foothills of Mount Pangeon. Budburst of the vines occurred after mid-April, approximately one week later than usual.

May was characterized by mild temperatures and some rainfall. However, flowering took place under favorable conditions (warm and dry) in late May – early June, leading to uniform fruit set. These conditions also enhanced the vines’ photosynthetic activity.

June and July saw low rainfall and rising temperatures, which allowed for a smooth transition to the next stage, veraison. Indicatively, veraison began on: July 16 for Pinot Noir, July 22 for Merlot, July 24 for Sauvignon Blanc and August 5 for Assyrtiko. Veraison lasted about ten days and was uniform across the vineyard.

Viticultural Practices

Our privileged location between Mount Symbolo and Mount Pangeon, as well as our proximity to the sea, provides constant wind, which helps remove excess moisture from our vineyards and significantly reduces the risk of disease.

Taking into account the high summer temperatures, we chose once again not to defoliate the vines, in order to protect the grapes from potential sunburn. Instead, in selected vineyard blocks, we only removed vigorous lateral shoots to improve air circulation and prevent diseases.

Regarding irrigation, our vineyard is equipped with soil moisture sensors. Based on these readings and the condition of the vines, targeted and moderate irrigation is planned, ensuring efficient water use.

Ripening

July and August were characterized by high daytime temperatures, with a significant drop of 10 to 15°C during the night. This diurnal temperature variation greatly benefited the ripening process, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted progression, despite some days with temperatures exceeding 35°C. The vines managed water loss effectively and preserved their aromatic character.

In September, a relative drop in temperature further favored ripening, particularly for red varieties such as Cabernet-Sauvignon and Agiorgitiko, helping preserve their fruity aromatic profile and avoiding signs of over-ripeness.

Harvest 2025

In order to determine the optimal harvest time for each variety, numerous samplings and continuous grape tastings were conducted throughout the ripening period. It is worth noting that no rainfall occurred during the harvest period. As a result, harvesting was smooth and uninterrupted.

Red Varieties

The red grape harvest began with Pinot Noir on August 12 and continued in late August with Merlot. Syrah was harvested in early September, followed by Cabernet-Sauvignon after the first ten days of the month. The red harvest concluded at the end of September with Agiorgitiko and the indigenous red variety used to produce the wine “Biblinos”.

The red wines of the 2025 vintage are expected to be aromatic, fruity, with intense color and excellent structure.

White Varieties

The first Sauvignon Blanc was harvested on August 19, followed by Chardonnay at the end of the same month. In early September, Semillon and Vidiano were harvested, with the harvest of Assyrtiko concluding the white grape harvest at the end of September.

The white wines of the 2025 vintage are expected to be highly aromatic, with good structure, excellent acidity, and notable freshness.

Epilogue

The year 2025 concluded on a particularly positive note, thanks to the extensive experience of our team, their constant vigilance, and the methodical management of the vineyard and the grapes at the winery. The quality of both white and red grapes points to well-structured and aromatic wines that remain true to the identity of Ktima Biblia Chora and Pangeon’s microclimate.