Assyrtiko or Asyrtiko is a white Greek wine grape indigenous to the island of Santorini. Assyrtiko is widely planted in the arid volcanic-ash-rich soil of Santorini and other Aegean islands, such as Paros. It is also found on other scattered regions of Greece such as Chalkidiki. [1]

Native to Santorini, Assyrtiko is a rare grape in terms of vineyard area but is quickly picking up acreage throughout Greece. It’s noted for its texture, acidity, and minerality. Assyrtiko is perfect for shellfish and, of course, Greece’s classic tomato-feta salad. You’ll find this wine is extremely versatile with a wide range of cuisines.

Assyrtiko is a classy white grape, possibly some of the greatest varieties found in the Mediterranean basin. It originated from Santorini (Assyrtiko-Santorini) but it spread all over Greece, becoming, in terms of quality, one of the most important native varietals.

2023年5月4日 · Like the weathered hands of an old man cradling a gem, these centuries-old spheres shelter Greece’s most prized grapes from the sweltering sun and ever-present blasts of Aegean wind. The landscape is both stunning and savage. This is …

2024年3月5日 · A guide to Assyrtiko, the ancient grape variety that has set the standard for fine Greek white wine on the island of Santorini and beyond.

Assyrtiko is a white grape variety native to the Greek island of Santorini. It is known for its high acidity, minerality, and structure, making it a popular choice for winemakers who want to produce crisp, refreshing wines with good aging potential.

2022年7月12日 · Assyrtiko is Santorini's most dominant variety and it’s considered one of the most important white grapes across all European vineyards. When you imagine a Greek island getaway, what usually comes to mind?

2024年2月22日 · If you walk into a bar or restaurant and it serves one Greek wine, odds are it’s an Assyrtiko. To raise the stakes, you can bet dollars to dolmas that it’s an Assyrtiko from Santorini, the grape’s volcanic homeland in the Aegean Sea. It’s a surprisingly safe wager.

ASSYRTIKO IS GREECE’S most striking white grape. It hails from the Cyclades island of Santorini and covers 65% of its vineyard area, where many vines are ungrafted and vary in age from 60 to 250 years.

Assyrtiko-Santorini is one of Greece’s most fascinating and unique indigenous grape varieties. When tasted blind, dry wines from Assyrtiko-Santorini (PDO Santorini) are almost always said to come from a northerly climate.