22,10 €
White, Assyrtiko
Protected Designated of Origin Santorini
The most important bottling of the estate, the essence of what Estate Argyros stands for. Meticulously selected parcels, with ages exceeding a century, from top quality areas of the island, mainly Messaria, Karterados, Pyrgos, Megalochori and Akrotiri. Fermented in stainless steel at cool temperatures and aged for two months in stainless steel tanks on fine lees. A copybook Santorini, at least under the Argyros lenses, showing purity and race without excesses, developing for at least a decade.
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| Producer | Argyros Estate |
|---|---|
| Producer’s Description | The Argyros continuing a family winemaking tradition that began over a century ago, produces Assyrtiko exclusively grown in the estate’s vineyards at Pyrgos, Megalohori and Akrotiri. A careful selection of raw materials and strictly controlled winemaking allow us to create a fine white wine with strong personality. Features: Crystal-clear yellow color. Moderately aromatic, with dominant notes of citrus fruits. The relatively high acidity gives freshness and nerve while the extremely low yields of the vineyard offering ‘body’ structure and balance. Vinification: Classic white wine. Total acidity: 7.0 g / l aging Features: 3-9 years Serving: at 8-10 ° C. |
| Wine Color | White |
| Greek Grape Variety | Assyrtiko |
| Quality category | P.D.O |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Country | Greece |
| Region | Cyclades/Santorini |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Bottle Size | 0.75lt |
| Dryness | Dry |
| Style | Still |
| Abv | 14,5% |
| When to Drink | Drink it now, potential of aging 10 years |
| Taste Character | White mineral, austere and intense |
| Good match with | Crustaceans Casseroles, Crustaceans Grilled, Crustaceans Spicy, Fish Fat Cooked White, Fish Fat Grilled, Fish Fried, Fish Lean Cooked White, Risotto, Sea Shells |
