There is an almost Grüner quality to this wine; lime zest, white flowers, grapefruit, white pepper, honey and a slight vegetal note work their way out of the glass. Brisk acidity and crystalline minerality carry the finish.
Santorini produces some of Greece’s best white wines. Pale straw in colour with a minerally citrus bouquet heightened by a floral grace note. Medium-bodied, crisply dry and citrusy, marred by a touch of hardness on the finish (over-pressing?).
Aged in new wood for 6 months, the mineral, citrus, peach, honey, white flower and grapefruit is supported by vanilla and cream qualities. On the palate, spiced apple and salty rocks add dimension. With its depth and complexity, I suggest pairing with grilled fish topped with lemon and olive oil.
This organic wine spent 12 hours on its skins to give more aroma and flavour and 8 months on the lees to give more weight. Full-bodied, it is stunning, revealing a bouquet of sweet peach, honey, pear, white flowers and candied lemon. Round and smooth in the mouth, the acidity and minerality are tucked nicely beneath. Long finale and still young; it will evolve nicely over the next 5 years. Pair with shrimp kabobs or pork chops.
This is the only sparkling wine produced on the island of Santorini. Made from 100% Assyrtiko and vinified via the traditional method, there are pinpoint creamy bubbles and aromas of mineral, apple, citrus and yeast. The palate possesses crisp acidity and excellent length.
This dessert wine is a blend of 85% Assyrtiko and 15% Aidani that was sun-dried for 10 days. Syrupy and concentrated, it possesses 280g of residual sugar and a personality of raisins, dried figs, prunes, molasses, maple syrup and buckwheat honey. There is a long finale with just enough acidity to provide symmetry.
This wine, soon to be released to the LCBO general list, is an incredible value! Grown at the highest elevations of the island, it delivers nectarine, citrus, green apple, hints of honey and salty minerals. Dry; Assyrtiko’s crystalline acidity helps carry the long finish. There is enough power here to pair with fish, poultry and even pork. For this price, make sure to pick up a few bottles.