Wines made from Assyrtiko grapes of Samos
Discover the best wines made with Assyrtiko as a single variety or as a blend of Samos.
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
Mythical PDO of the island of Samos (eastern Aegean), vineyards on stone terraces on Mount Ambelos slopes up to 800 m. Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains ("Moschato Aspro") is the exclusive variety: from dry aromatic to luscious sweet, with intense notes of orange blossom, peach, apricot, rose petal, candied citrus and honey, airy finesse. Rare concentrated "liasta" styles from sun-dried grapes. PDO since 1970.
What are the typical flavors of the Assyrtiko grape variety?
- MineralityPresent in 1% of Assyrtiko
- OrangePresent in 1% of Assyrtiko
- EarthPresent in 1% of Assyrtiko
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Assyrtiko