Santorini - Vassaltis Vineyards has impressed us with its mineral character and dense fruit. Fortunately it is also available in a magnum bottle so this pleasure can last longer!
Yiannis Valambous, Ilias Roussakis, and Yiannis Papaoikonomou are among the island's kindest and most likeable personalities. They have invested money, and personal effort and have given their soul because they stubbornly refuse to give it up. Santorini's vineyard can still be saved from tourist encroachment. The vision of such people creates enormous optimism and of course, the result confirms all of the above!
Their Assyrtiko is now established among the best on the island and has conquered the planet. Its name is inspired by the black volcanic rock formed by the cooling of basaltic lava that covered the island of Santorini after the volcano erupted almost 4,000 years ago.
Vasaltis Winery's Santorini 2022 gives Assyrtiko the absolute leading role. The meager yield per hectare which does not exceed 150-200 kg/hectare ensures the concentration of the fruit. Aging on the lees for 6 months, with regular batonnage, added volume and complexity, making it a highly enjoyable Santorini 5 years from now. Rich and exuberant, it perfectly incorporates all the mineral characteristics of the island claiming a place among the big names.
The magnum bottle will loosen your hands at the Sunday table. Just prepare a stira fish, light the coals and you're good to go. Of course, don't be surprised if it is consumed with the first appetizers... yes, it is so delicious!
