A white natural wine with a strong, distinct nose with herbal hints be present, such as chamomile, mint and black tea in the presence of spices, such as cardamom and coriander. Mineral notes and fruity hints of pear and bergamot indicate its origin. Mouth structured, exuberant with the presence of tannins that are balanced by the oiliness and volume of the wine. Long aftertaste, salty and spicy feeling at the finish. It is recommended to decant in a carafe to breathe and highlight its complex character for at least an hour. It pairs perfectly with intense and mature (graviera cheese) gruyeres, first-class fish such as grouper and dentex, baked lamb or ribs. His family encourages us to make our own combinations because he believes that the choices are endless.
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From one and only vineyard of age-old vines of Assyrtiko located in one of the best terroirs of Santorini, Pyrgos. Spontaneous fermentation with natural yeasts in the presence of grape skin just like in red vinification (skin contact method). 14 days total extraction and then the wine remains with the whole wine lees for 10 months. Natural vinification without any addition or intervention during fermentation and maturation except for minimal sulfite only during bottling.
