Domaine Sigalas Santorini Assyrtiko is a delightful Greek wine handcrafted from the noble Assyrtiko grape variety. Expressing distinct terroir characteristics of volcanic Santorini soil, it gives way to invigorating citrus and mineral undertones. On the palate, it rewards with robust tartness, harmonised by hints of sea salt and ripe lemon. The vivid acidity and robust body lends complexity and longevity to the wine. It partners excellently with seafood, highlighting Greece's culinary staples. Domaine Sigalas has exquisitely captured the essence of Santorini in this Assyrtiko wine, an authentic and captivating experience for wine aficionados.

Tasting Notes

The key characteristic of this wine is minerality - think powdered rocks, oyster shells and rockpools - with fresh lemon citrus holding it together. Bracing acidity provides the backbone to the wine which still shows a lot of depth and complexity on the palate. A perfect harmony of freshness and substance.

About the Winery

Based prominently in the sun-soaked Greek island of Santorini, Domaine Sigalas is a winery of distinction. Known famously for its mouth-watering, mineral-touched white wines, this noterworthy winery is a shining jewel in the Santorinian wine industry.

Started by Paris Sigalas in 1991, the winery has developed considerably in the three decades since its creation. Domaine Sigalas started humbly; operating from a converted traditional peasant home. Now, it boasts an aesthetically pleasing and modern winery and tasting room. Alongside the transformation is the persistent commitment to uphold the highest standards of wine production.

What draws attention to Domaine Sigalas is its ecosystem-centric approach to wine production. The vineyards are elegantly draped in an organic mantle thus, the wines produced embody the unique terroir of Santorini. The wines, majorly comprised of Assyrtiko, explore the earthy essence of the island while bearing the signature acidic minerality of the grape.

Domaine Sigalas rightly reflects Santorini's beauteous amalgamation of white sandy beaches, blue domed chapels, and legends of antiquity. Being a winery of such top-tier status, Domaine Sigalas has been duly acknowledged by wine critics and connoisseurs alike, across the globe. From UK magazine Decanter to American publication Wine Spectator, Sigalas' wines have made waves and earned tremendous accolades.

The winery offers a unique blend of tradition and innovation, from its use of endemic Greek grape varieties to adopting modern winemaking methods. The end result is a range of wines that speak of the island's charm, climate, and history.

For every wine enthusiast, Domaine Sigalas is a must-visit. The exciting journey of witnessing the making of organic, critically acclaimed wines, tasting luscious grape extracts, and basking in the captivating Santorinian scenery is, indeed, a lifetime experience.

Domaine Sigalas winery is not just about making great wines, but about creating an immersive, sublime experience that invigorates all the senses, it's a place where ancient history and modern wine-making convene in perfect harmony.

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