Wines made from Assyrtiko grapes of Lemnos
Discover the best wines made with Assyrtiko as a single variety or as a blend of Lemnos.
More informations about the variety Assyrtiko
Taut and mineral whites with exceptional cutting acidity and a lean palate, on intense aromas of lemon, grapefruit, green apple, white flowers, smoke and strongly marked volcanic saline-iodine notes. Fine ageing potential. The absolute star of Santorini PDO on the volcanic soils of the Cyclades (vines trained in kouloura baskets to protect against wind). Now exported to Australia, California and South Africa. Native Greek variety.
More informations about the region of Aegean Sea
Volcanic North Aegean island, arid and windy, volcanic soils. Muscat of Alexandria signature white (dominant): dry to sweet with intense citrus, fresh grape, orange blossom, honey and dried fruit — flagship in dessert wines (PDO Muscat of Lemnos, 1971). Limnio native signature red ("Kalambaki"), cited since Antiquity: full with black fruit, Mediterranean herbs and mineral hints, moderate tannins. Iodine-tinged island character.
What are the typical flavors of the Assyrtiko grape variety?
- OakPresent in 1% of Assyrtiko
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Assyrtiko