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Purple in color with aromas of blueberries and blackberries. Medium to light in body and very smooth on the palate,...
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Colour: Straw yellow colour wine.
Nose: Ripe fruit, dates and banana notes stand out on the nose in combination with...
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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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There is Edelzwicker and then there is the Kuentz-Bas Alsace Blanc, a step up in the hierarchy. It is bone dry with...
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Light flavors and fresh fruit notes of peach, yellow apple and lemons. Acidity on the backbone is complemented by...
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A tribute to freshness, Lyma refers to the sub-appellation of Lima in the Vinho Verde region of Portugal, as well as...
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A flood of intense fruits lift from the glass as guava, black currant and gooseberry mingle with custard apple,...
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Among the most sought after whites of the Midi, this unique blend from the historic Gassac estate has earned its...
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With a violet and red fruit bouquet and almond hints, This wine is delicious on the palate. Soft and elegant tannins.
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MONOGRAPH ASSYRTIKO captures a multileveled manner, which can be achieved with this Greek variety, when it is...
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Exhibits bright notes of citrus, melon, peach, green apple and tropical fruits. Great for everyday drinking, this...
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Sourced from all of the estate's parcels, as each plot has at least some white grapes in it. Vineyards were planted...
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Les 4 Cépages is a dry white Côtes de Gascogne made from the four main regional varieties mentioned above:...
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Brisk, crisp, and refreshing, this is a perfect summer wine and aperitif. An aromatic, dry, fresh wine representing...
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The limestone soil and the unique microclimate of the region produces wine with a very clean and crisp profile with...
Assyrtiko Dolcetto White Blend 2012 2023 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
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In Italian, Dolcetto means 'little sweet one' – a slightly misleading name, as the black grapes of this varietal have relatively little natural sugar and almost almost produce dry wines. However, the Dolcetto grapes are remarkably popular with those looking for a full, rounded and highly flavorful wine, and are grown extensively in their native Italy, and in many other countries around the world. Dolcetto varietal grapes tend to have quite a high level of tannin, due to their thick, black skins, and low acidity, resulting in interesting wines with a large feel in the mouth, despite being relatively light in body. They are most commonly associated with big, complex flavors such as liquorice and prunes, and are regularly described as having a finish similar to the flavor of bitter almonds.