Linon Assyrtiko by Stavropoulos Estate is one of those well-kept secrets among wine insiders—so well-kept, in fact, because there simply isn’t enough to go around! Many famous critics have written anthems about it and they are not exaggerating in the slightest. Ιt is rumored that it is the best Assyrtiko outside of Santorini. And you know what? We believe it might be. When we tasted the 2019 vintage (which we managed to secure just for you), our jaws dropped. And when we saw the price, we seriously considered keeping it all to ourselves. But hey—great wines are meant to be shared. And Linon isn’t just a great wine—it’s many more.
Stavropoulos Estate is a boutique, family-run winery located in Palaiochori, Ilia, in the western Peloponnese. Nestled in a region protected under the Natura 2000 network, the estate benefits from a unique microclimate that nurtures grapes of exceptional quality. The story began in the mid-1990s, when brothers Alekos and Sakis planted their first vines. In 2017, the next generation took the reins—Menelaos and Eleni - bringing fresh energy and the same deep passion for crafting remarkable wines.
The grapes for Linon Assyrtiko 2019 Stavropoulos Estate come from a vineyard so close to the sea, it’s said to “kiss the shoreline.” This proximity gives the wine its signature saline minerality. The name “Linon” refers to the ancient Greek “linos”, the traditional stone trough where grapes were once stomped by foot—a nod to heritage, but also a bridge to the future.
The 2019 vintage was blessed with ideal conditions for Assyrtiko, and the result is a wine that balances minerality, freshness, and depth. Its unique character has earned it the right to age, so today it has evolved masterfully.
