Assyrtiko
Grape varieties

Assyrtiko

A Greek white grape associated with Santorini.

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Assyrtiko

A Greek white grape associated with Santorini.

It makes dry whites and also contributes to sweet wines. Freshness therefore does not predict sugar.

What to notice

Compare an unoaked bottling and a barrel-aged one; record texture and acidity before aromas.

Explore styles and places

Style descriptions are guides, not rules: vintage, vineyard, blending and maturation change the result.

Santorini — Distinguish dry whites from Vinsanto-style sweet wines.

Frequently asked questions

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Does the grape alone predict the taste?

Style descriptions are guides, not rules: vintage, vineyard, blending and maturation change the result.

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Sources and method

Wines of Greece ↗
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