Sigalas Assyrtiko - Santorini 2024

Located a stone’s throw from the bustling thoroughfare of Oia, Santorini’s picture-postcard town, Paris Sigalas’ Domaine Sigalas, founded 1991, is a widely-lauded international benchmark for Santorini, the Assyrtiko variety, and top-quality contemporary Greek wine at large– its importance simply cannot be overstated. And while Sigalas’ position at the peak of mastery of full-bodied, salty, mineral Assyrtiko is assured, his restless genius finds a wide range of other outlets: he grows (and purchases from select growers) other indigenous whites like Athiri and Aidani, and has a little-known magic touch with the red Mavrotragano and Mandilaria as well. Most recently, in an unprecedented experiment, he’s even been exploring the subtle terroir variations of seven individual villages of Santorini. A true modern classic.

Rigorous grape sorting by hand on conveyor belt. Whole bunch gentle yet long pressing. Vinification in stainless steel tank under controlled temperatures. At least 4-month lees aging and periodical stirring (bâtonnage) in the tank.

“Elegant and full of energy with crisp citrus, fresh-picked peaches, jasmine and prickle pear, finishing long with a lovely salinity.” - 91 Points, Decanter 

Producer: Sigalas

Country: Greece

Region: Aegean

Varietal: Assyrtiko

Appellation: Santorini

Vintage: 2024

Size: 750ml