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The cedar riffs of French oak segue to bitter cherry, raspberry bon bon, alpine herb and Pastis, marking the finish....
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This address excels with styles that respect tradition, while pondering better, fresher approaches. A longer drying...
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A solid Valpo with age, showing ripe fruit and lovely density. Creamy texture with dried fruit and spices. Medium...
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A big, deep, and complex nose of preserved brandied cherries, violets, licorice and tobacco. On the palate,...
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A big, deep, and complex nose of preserved brandied cherries, violets, licorice and tobacco. On the palate,...
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Bright, fresh aromas of marasca cherries, wild roses with hints of licorice and pink peppercorn. On the palate, the...
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Colore: Ruby red and garnet reflections Aroma: Red cherry and blackberry jam. Blond tobacco, cloves, pink pep-per....
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Located at 600m above sea level, these vineyards are more suitable for the production of white grapes, such as the...
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Very fine, pure, dark berried fruit balanced by freshness and vitality. Good cellaring potential.
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Very fine, pure, dark berried fruit balanced by freshness and vitality. Good cellaring potential.
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The 2016 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Villa Rizzardi keeps me at the edge of the glass, with a...
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Cuvée XV is a quality selection of our vats and we strive each year to make a Bardolino with personality and...
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Bright and inviting, with bags of zippy lemon blossom on the nose, zesty acidity and stone fruit on the palate....
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White
750ml
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Intense, with refreshing acidity and firm structure, Assyrtiko is a wine ideal for food pairings: fish fillet roasted...
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White color with golden highlights. Aromas of ripe citrus and stone fruits with hints of herbs. Full body and acidity...
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Light golden color with white-yellow highlights. Elegant floral nose with citrus and almond blossoms. Aromas of...
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Le Fraghe Bardolino appears a purple-tinged ruby red of medium intensity. Its rich, complex bouquet is the result of...

Assyrtiko Corvina Blend Grillo 750ml

Cultivated since at least the middle of the Byzantine era, the Assyrtiko grape is generally considered to be one the finest of the Greek grape varietals, as a result of its multi-purpose properties and ability to flourish on a wide range of terrains. The ancient Byzantines used it in conjunction with Aidani and Athiri grapes for the production of their unusual and naturally sweet Vinsanto wines, which are still produced today in Santorini, and continue to be popular. However, the Assyrtiko grapes are used for many different AOC wines across Greece, and are favored by wine makers who want to maintain a dryness and acidic punch to their produce.

The Assyrtiko grapes are renowned for their ability to maintain their acidity as they ripen beneath the blazing Mediterranean sun, resulting in wines which have a distinctive dryness and a range of citrus fruit aromas, as well as great structure and high tannins. Often, Assyrtiko grapes will produce wines which leave an unusual after-taste reminiscent of the mineral rich, volcanic soils they are grown in on the slopes of Santorini, making them a favorite for wine drinkers looking for something full of character and interesting attributes. The past twenty five years have seen Assyrtiko vines planted all over the Greek mainland, and even in Attica and Macedonia, where the softer terrain often produces more fruit forward wines with a milder, less astringent character. However, wherever this fine grape varietal is grown, it is rare the results will be anything less than excellent.

Additional Information on Greek Wines


Greek Wines
Ancient Greek Wines – A Brief History of Wine in Greece
The Myth of Dionysus, Greek God of Wine
What is Retsina?

Corvina grapes are most commonly associated with the Veneto region of Italy, where they have been grown successfully for centuries, and are a vital component of the region's viticultural identity. The Corvina varietal is famed around the world for its inclusion in such fine wines as Amarone and Valpolicella, where it is blended with small quantities of other grape varietals to produce wines of exceptional character and balance. The grapes themselves have a naturally high level of acidity, which often results in an aftertaste of bitter almonds. However, this bitterness is quite a sought for feature of this varietal, as it balances beautifully with the sour cherry notes also associated with the grape. Corvina grapes have a wonderfully potential for aging, and this process mellows the bitterness and acids present in the fruit, resulting in soft, complex and highly admired wines.