Λευκό ήσυχο ξηρό
The presence of winemaker Spyros Chrysos in Santorini comes to broaden the range of complexity of the famous volcano's wines. The more the top Greek terroir charts its course towards maturity, the more Santorini wines will be able to express the different, "subtle", nuances of the terroir. After all, what else do you expect from such a great vineyard?...
A pure capture of Olivier's style that plays with the high energy levels in his wines. There is an introversion in this particular vineyard but also an austerity compared to the more exuberant examples from Burgundy (see Meursault for example). But on the other hand, the fruit is really full of finesse and supports the freshness and minerality. 12 months...
Such a special wine could only have an equally special name. The name Metagitnion refers to the second month of the Attic calendar (roughly late July to late August). Its almost orange colour is the result of slow oxidative ageing in old barrels without the protection offered by sulphites at any stage of the process. It is dry, with aromas of honey and...
