Gaia Wines
Assyrtiko Wild
2022
$52.75
10 case(s) available
About this winery
With the mark of Ammonites, with tradition and innovation by our side, with respect for origins and with passion as our guide, we explore the 2 most promising Greek varieties, Assyrtiko and Agiorgitiko and all of their abilities. Our aim every year, is for greater pleasure and a more intense experience.
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Product notes
A special feature of most Assyrtiko from Santorini is that despite their white color they behave like red wines! Keep the wine for 2-3 years under proper cellar conditions and temperature 12o-14οC and it will undergo profound changes. Its mineral dimension will subside while the fruity and honey flavors will envelop its body.
Production notes
After undergoing the 12-hour skin contact process at around 10οC, the grape must is placed in small 1.000 litre INOX tanks and in new 225lt French, American oak barrels and acacia barrels. The temperature is then allowed to rise naturally, without any further involvement. From that point on, modern technology passes the baton to traditional winemaking. In every tank and barrel something different occurs. After the end of the fermentation, we choose only those tanks and barrels which, according to our expertise, raise the Assyrtiko to new levels of enjoyment.
Tasting notes
A special feature of most Assyrtiko from Santorini is that despite their white color they behave like red wines! Keep the wine for 2-3 years under proper cellar conditions and temperature 12o-14οC and it will undergo profound changes. Its mineral dimension will subside while the fruity and honey flavors will envelop its body.