£27.20
Kir Yianni delivers a structured expression of Assyrtiko, arguably Greece's most iconic wine grape variety. This specific bottling moves beyond Santorini, showcasing terroir from Northwestern Greece.
- Showcases the renowned Assyrtiko grape, celebrated for its unique characteristics.
- The vineyard sits at a significant altitude of 700 metres in the Amyndeon Appellation.
- A mild continental climate is established by four nearby lakes influencing the area.
- Vineyard soils are naturally sandy and poor, which concentrates the grapes' intensity.
- This represents a focused example of traditional viticulture from the region.
Explore the distinctive minerality and balance found in this fascinating Greek white wine.
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Assyrtiko is arguably Greece's most iconic wine grape variety, and whilst it is most well-known on the island of Santorini, here is a wonderful example from Northwestern Greece. The vineyard lies at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level within the viticultural zone of Agios Panteleimon, in the Amyndeon Appellation. Despite the cold winters and warm summers here, the four neighbouring lakes contribute to the creation of a mild continental climate that makes this the perfect spot for these vines. The soil here is also sandy and poor, which sounds like a bad thing – but it is actually perfect for the production of quality wines! The vines have to work harder and put more energy into producing better grapes, resulting in exquisite wines with rich aromas.
Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Offers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week
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Product attributes
Vegetarian
Product Information
Assyrtiko is arguably Greece's most iconic wine grape variety, and whilst it is most well-known on the island of Santorini, here is a wonderful example from Northwestern Greece. The vineyard lies at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level within the viticultural zone of Agios Panteleimon, in the Amyndeon Appellation. Despite the cold winters and warm summers here, the four neighbouring lakes contribute to the creation of a mild continental climate that makes this the perfect spot for these vines. The soil here is also sandy and poor, which sounds like a bad thing – but it is actually perfect for the production of quality wines! The vines have to work harder and put more energy into producing better grapes, resulting in exquisite wines with rich aromas.
Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Offers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week
Features
Suitable for vegans
Further description
As its label suggests, our ASSYRTIKO is produced from selected vine parcels located in The North of Greece, at the village of Agios Panteleimonas in Florina, at the unique plateau of Amyndeon. There lies the cooler viti-vini region of Greece, consisting of an exceptional mixture of elements. High altitudes between 600 – 700 meters and poor sandy soils on a stunning terrain of raw mountainous beauty. The four neighboring lakes act as a moderating influence of surrounding temperatures all year round, contributing to the continental-ish climate with cold -often snowy- winters and mild summers, notable diurnal variation, and the beneficial, trademark to the area, wind blowing from the north. For this introduction to the varietal mountainous expression, we select mostly young vines of Assyrtiko (average age of vines 10 years).
Country of origin
Greece
Package type
Glass Bottle
Other Information
Full Product Name:
Dry White Wine
Importer:
Enotria Winecellars Ltd.,
23 Cumberland Avenue,
London,
NW10 7RX,
UK.
Allergen Information
Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
Contains Sulfites
Dietary Information
Suitable for Vegans
Brand
Virgin Wines
Brand details
Virgin Wines is on a mission to create joy from grape to glass. For a quarter of a century, their innovative way of working has seen Virgin Wines working hand in hand with talented winemakers across the globe to create and source only the best, most premium wines that their customers want. They combine the team's expertise with customer feedback to continuously shape their exclusive range - one that you won't find anywhere else.
Return to Address
Enotria Winecellars Ltd.,
23 Cumberland Avenue,
London,
NW10 7RX,
UK.
www.kiryianni.gr
History
Kir-Yianni was founded in 1997 by Yiannis Boutaris. Today, Stellios Boutaris, member of the fifth generation of winemakers, leads Kir-Yianni into the next phase of its history, by dynamically exploiting the cornerstones of the Kir-Yianni philosophy: desire for innovation, respect for tradition and true knowledge of the wine, from the grape to the end consumer.
Agent
Enotria and Coe
Grape variety
Assyrtiko
Current vintage
2023
Regional information
The Amyndeon wine-growing region covers a plateau bounded by Mounts Vermio, Vorras (Kaimakcalan) and Vitsi. The area enjoys a continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Amyndeon's four lakes, Vegoritis, Petres, Cheimaditis and Zazari influence the region's local climate, evening out extreme conditions and favouring viniculture.
Tasting notes
This wine is fresh and light across the tongue with nuances of fresh lemon, white nectarine, lemon verbena and jasmine, all wrapped up in a long and mineral finish.
Alcohol by volume
13.5
Units
10.1
Producer
KIR-YIANNI S.A.
Serving suggestions
Pair with stuffed peppers and Greek salad.
Winemaker
Stellios Boutaris
Vinification details
The grapes are chilled overnight and cold soaked in order to maximize the extraction of aroma precursors into the must. Following racking, the must is inoculated with selected yeasts. At the end of the fermentation, the wine matures for a period of 4-5 months on its lees, gaining more volume and complexity.
