Ktima Argyros Santorini Assyrthiko

Founded in 1903, Estate Argyros is located on the island of Santorini, famous for its spiral vine and Whiteashed churches. In 1950, the Argyros vineyards were passed on to the founder’s son. Yiannis Argyros, the third generation of producers. He took the lead in 1974 and began to look beyond the local market for his wines. Today, Mathew Argyros is the fourth generation of winemakers in the family. He continues his father’s legacy. It produces legendary wines from Assyrtiko and other indigenous varieties from Santorini, using traditional techniques. Santorini Protected Designation of Origin. The vineyards are located in Episkopi and Pyrgos, excellent locations for Assyrtiko. Black beef vineyards range from 120 to over 180 years and are grown in the shape of a basket and a traditional technique called “kouloura”. The inorganic soil of Santorini is naturally immune to Phylloxera and many other vine pests, reducing the need for synthetic herbicides and pesticides. Estate Argyros practices sustainable viticulture, using composted grape must as fertilizer and vineyards plowed with donkeys. , pears, lemongrass, stone and sea scent. Taste: Intense, with incisive acidity, but modulated, with a high naturalness and an elegant texture. Culinary combinations: fish (grilled); crustaceans; sushi; sashimi; seafood pasta; vegetable dishes; Whitemeat (chicken, turkey, pork, rabbit) . Serving temperature 10-12 ° C Awards: 2020 BIWCF Gold, 2019 Decanter Gold, 96 p 2019- Gold Medal – Decanter World Wine Awards 2018- Gold Medal – TEXSOM 2018 2017- Gold Medal – IWSC 2017; 2017 -Silver medal- Decanter Wine Awards 2016-Gold medal – IWSC 2015- Silver medal – Decanter Wine Awards 2015; 2015-Silver Medal – BIWC 2015