COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Assyrtiko
PRODUCER
Kir-Yianni Estate
REGION
Macedonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Kir-Yianni Estate Assyrtiko 2023 is a white wine from the PGI Florina appellation in Macedonia, Greece. It is made from 100% Assyrtiko grapes, a varietal traditionally grown on Santorini but here cultivated in a cooler, mountainous northern region. The estate, founded in 1997 by Yiannis Boutaris, continues a four-generation winemaking tradition, focusing on high-quality, terroir-driven wines. The vineyards are situated on the Amyndeon plateau at altitudes of 600-700 meters, with poor, sandy soils and a microclimate influenced by nearby lakes. This bottling represents a northern expression of the Assyrtiko grape.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Also known as 'The North' or 'Le Nord'.
Fact 02
Grown at altitudes of 600-700 meters.
Fact 03
Vineyards are on poor, sandy soils.
Fact 04
Certified vegan and vegetarian.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Kir-Yianni Estate Assyrtiko 2023 begins with rigorous selection of the hand-harvested grapes. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation are carried out in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 4 months on its fine lees in stainless steel. The estate employs integrated management and environmental protection in its viticultural practices.
