Amethystos White Wine is made from the cosmopolitan Sauvignon Blanc and the Aegean Assyrtiko, the two white varieties Costas Lazaridis first planted in Drama, shape the character of this wine.
Varietal composition:
Sauvignon Blanc 85%, Assyrtiko 15%
Alcohol / ABV: 13%
Vintage: 2020
Tasting Notes:
- Straw yellow, crystal bright colour, with green hues, an indication of youth.
- Attractive, fresh aromas reminiscent of peach, mango and pineapple on a citrus background.
- The grace and finesse of the Sauvignon Blanc meet the strength and intensity of the Assyrtiko. The result is a wine with a fresh full taste and a fruity finish.
Food Pairing:
Pairs great with green salads, wild greens filo pies, grilled vegetables, seafood and shellfish with light sauces, grilled fish with olive oil, lemon and herb dressing. Its is also fond of fresh white cheeses like Chèvre.
Ageing:
3 – 4 years from harvest.
Other information:
Skin contact and low temperature fermentation bring out the potential of the varieties.
Amethystos White Wine Awards and distinctions:
Gold Medal, Concours Mondial 2020, Belgium [Vintage 2019]
Gold Medal, Texsom 2020, Texas [Vintage 2019]
Gold Medal, Vinalies Internationales 2020, France [Vintage 2019]
Gold Medal, Berliner Wein Trophy 2016, Germany
Gold Medal, The Balcans International Wine Competition 2015, Bulgaria
Gold Medal, Selections Mondiales des Vins 2011, Canada
Gold Medal, Challenge International du Vin 2010, France
Gold Medal, Concours Mondial 2006, Belgium
Geographical indication: Drama, Greece
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