COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Assyrtiko
PRODUCER
Gaia Wines
REGION
Aegean Islands
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Assyrtiko by Gaia Wild Ferment 2021 is a dry white wine from the PDO Santorini appellation in Greece, made exclusively from 100% Assyrtiko grapes. Gaia Wines, founded by pioneers of the modern Greek wine movement, crafts this wine from old, ungrafted vines in the Pyrgos vineyard, situated on Santorini's volcanic soil. The wine's unique character is shaped by its wild fermentation process, utilizing native yeasts present in the vineyard and winery, contributing to a complex flavor profile. This expression aims to capture the essence of Santorini's volcanic landscape.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes sourced from Pyrgos vineyard, known for aromatic Assyrtiko.
Fact 02
Vines are old, some ungrafted and around 80 years old.
Fact 03
Traditional 'kouloura' basket vine training is used.
Fact 04
Fermented with wild yeasts for added complexity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The 2021 Assyrtiko by Gaia Wild Ferment begins with a 12-hour skin contact period at approximately 10°C. Fermentation is initiated using wild yeasts, occurring in a combination of stainless steel tanks (50%), new French oak barrels (20%), American oak barrels (10%), and acacia barrels (20%). Post-fermentation, the wine is aged for five months, with 50% in stainless steel and the remainder in a mix of acacia, French, and American barriques. The grapes are sourced from old vines, some ungrafted, in the Pyrgos vineyard, and are hand-picked.
