100% Assyrtiko • fruit sourced from Megalochori and Episkopi • harvested late for additional concentration • fermented partially spontaneously in tank • aged for 12 months in French oak of various formats (225L, 500L, 1200L) followed by an additional 12 months in tank • intended as a contemporary interpretation of ‘Nykteri style’ Santorini • Practicing Organic
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2020
Country:
Greece
Region:
Santorini
Appellation:
Santorini
Variety:
Assyrtiko
Color:
White
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | GR-ARG-33-20 | 6/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Wine Advocate
Score
95
Date
2024-12-19
"This is the inaugural vintage of a new wine presented by Estate Argyros. The 2020 Santorini Assyrtiko Cuvee Gerontampelo is the barrel-aged white, and the philosophy is somewhat adjacent to a Nykteri (without the oxidation). The name"
James Suckling
Score
93
Date
2024-12-18
"Smoked almonds, apricot stones, cardamom pods, grapefruit, mangoes and cloves on the nose of this rich and full-bodied white. Hints of salted caramel, too. It's layered, concentrated and buttery in texture, supported by bright acidity. Long and intense. Drink or hold."