- 100% Assyrtiko
- From basket vines on volcanic soil
- Aged on the lees for 9 months
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2023
Country:
Greece
Region:
Santorini
Appellation:
Santorini
Variety:
Assyrtiko
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | GR-VAS-01-23 | 6/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score
92
Date
2024-12-18
"This saline and mineral white has notes of crushed rocks, seashells, peach pits and apples on the nose. It's full-bodied with racy acidity and a long, pristine finish. Drink now or hold."
Jancis Robinson
Score
17+
Date
2024-06-11
"Pure, stony citrus, a touch herbal. Very tight, crisp, mineral-driven and just a hint of smoky reduction. Stone dust, elegant, refined and very fine texture. Bone dry, extremely pure and very long. (JH)"
Wine Advocate
Score
94
Date
2024-12-19
"This is the proverbial bread and butter wine by Vassaltis Vineyards, with 25,000 bottles created. The 2023 Santorini Assyrtiko is fermented in steel tank, with eight to 10 months on the lees in steel with frequent stirring. The grapes do not come from a specific site; however, old vines (60 years old and more from the island's typical sandy soils that are poor in nutrients) are given priority. It offers a fleshed-out mouthfeel with medium fruit weight and pretty aromas of summer peach, oat bread and sea salt. Proprietor Yannis Valambous says the idea is"