Assyrtiko
Assyrtiko is perhaps Greece’s premium grape, with increasing single varietals offering classic European virtues of clean apple/lemon flavours and an influence of the vineyard (terroir). Originating on volcanic Santorini island, Assyrtiko is rare in being able to survive these desert conditions and grows in a most unique way, with vines widely spaced and trained into dew-gathering bushes or sheltering baskets to protect fruit from high winds and sun. Here the grape’s ability to maintain acidity when ripe is desperately required. Acid is a virtue too for the Island's traditional sweet ‘Vinsanto’ production, but dry versions must check its acidity through good winemaking or blending. Assyrtiko is mostly too prized or too acid for humble Retsina blends, the resin-infused style of Greek tradition.
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2022 Kir-Yianni 'The North' Assyrtiko
A deliciously bright and refreshing Assyrtiko from Greek Macedonia. Kir-Yianni are one of the finest producers in Greece (and they recently became owner-managers of Sigalas from Santorini too). ... read more$29.99 in mixed 6+ or $33.99 per bottle -
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2022 Argyros Santorini Estate Assyrtiko
A super fine and minerally white from the Greek Island of Santorini. Argyros date back to 1903, but are now outstanding leaders in the Greek wine revival. This estate bottling is not from their ... read more$56.99 in mixed 6+ or $63.99 per bottle -
2022 Sigalas Santorini Assyrtiko (Blue Cap)
A superb Assyrtiko from Santorini, the Sigalas is an absolute classic! These gorgeous 70+ year old ungrafted vines have been cultivated organically under methods traditional to the island, then ... read more$59.99 in mixed 6+ or $66.99 per bottle -
Mixed 6 — Gorgeous Greek Wines
