Wines made from Assyrtiko grapes of Lebanon
Discover the best wines made with Assyrtiko as a single variety or as a blend of Lebanon.
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 wines of Lebanon
Lebanon is a Middle Eastern country with an ancient wine culture that has experienced a renaissance in recent decades. In 2011, about six million bottles of Lebanese wine were produced from 2000 hectares (5000 acres) of Vineyards. Modern Lebanese viticulture has moved inland from the ancient Phoenician port cities to the fertile Bekaa Valley. There are also a handful of vineyards near Jezzine, a few kilometres from the Southern end of the Bekaa, just inland from Sidon.
What are the typical flavors of the Assyrtiko grape variety?
- ApricotPresent in 1% of Assyrtiko
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Assyrtiko
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Assyrtiko