Winemaker Notes
Straw blonde color, bright, with a nose of ripe citrus fruit. Refreshing acidity and a delightful finish.
A great pairing for fish and white meat with light sauces.
Blend: 85% Assyrtiko, 15% Athiri
Professional Ratings
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
A field blend of 85% Assyrtiko and 15% Athiri, the 2023 Santorini Aa offers the structured tension of the first grape with the pretty floral aromas of the second. Athiri tends to be lower in acidity, but its presence gives a gentle lift and elegance to the bouquet. This vintage saw low yields and heat stress, but the results are even more concentrated and lovely as a result.
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.
