Winemaker Notes
The citrus aromas of the Assyrtiko grapes combined with the floral aromas of the acacia wood and the vanilla of the oak result to a wine with a highly complex aromatic profile. Minerality and well-balanced acidity give depth and longevity. This white wine will continue to evolve for 2-5 years, as the mineral notes soften the palate will develop more nuanced flavors of fruit and honey.
A classic pairing for seafood, fatty fish, as well as poultry and even lamb.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
A straw-colored Santorini Assyrtiko, this is an intense, electric wine with a round, flinty body with minerally notes and a tart, faintly bitter finish. Complex aromas include fennel, white pepper and fresh citrus.
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Wine Spectator
A linear white that crackles with acidity, featuring a streak of salty minerality that underscores finely-meshed notes of crunchy white peach, Meyer lemon, chopped almond and a touch of fresh oregano. Racy finish.
A crisp white variety full of zippy acidity, Assyrtiko comes from the volcanic Greek island of Santorini but is grown increasingly wide throughout the country today. Assyrtiko’s popularity isn’t hard to explain: it retains its acid and mineral profile in a hot climate, stands alone or blends well with other grapes and can also withstand some age. Somm Secret—On the fairly barren, windswept Mediterranean island of Santorini, Assyrtiko vines must be cultivated in low baskets, pinned to the ground. The shape serves to preserve moisture and protect the growing grapes in its interior.
