Bodegas Krontiras: Pioneering Biodynamic Winemaking
Bodegas Krontiras is a pioneering biodynamic Argentinean winery based at the foothills of the Andes, high up in the Luján de Cuyo hills in Mendoza. The bodega was established in 2005 by Silvina Macipe-Krontiras and Constantinos Krontiras and was certified biodynamic in 2012. The modern, purpose-built winery is naturally integrated within their Lunlunta vineyard. Its architecture is inspired by biodynamic principles based on ancient ‘sacred geometry’ - around the golden ratio φ (1.618) and π (3.14) - to create an excellent environment for winemaking and ageing. Only natural insulating materials, such as straw, are used to achieve energy savings and there is a very rational use of natural resources.
Krontiras Aglianico Natural: Embracing Natural Complexity
Aglianico is a complex and challenging variety. Krontiras Aglianico Natural is made from their own certified organic and biodynamic grapes and is created by letting nature itself flow, doing its job, with staff only participating in what is essential for its production, thus it is free from oak and ageing. A wine of natural complexity and intense pleasure, this is a limited edition of Aglianico.
