Fava is a legume which is being cultivated in Santorini for centuries. It is the most important product in Santorini, after the grapes and the tiny tomatoes. Its size is no bigger than a grain of thick sand. The total cultivated area is about 2,000,000 sq.meters and the yield does not exceed the 200 kilograms per year. Fava, is becoming more and more famous due to its distinctive taste in comparison with fava produced in other regions. The seeding takes place during the middle of November and the harvest in May.
After the desiccation, the cleaning, the peeling and the cutting up, we package this unique product and offer it to those who seek for original taste! Enjoy it with other traditional Greek appetizers and white Santorini wine!
source : Santo Wines, www.santowines.gr |