Assyrtiko 2016, Domaine Papagiannakos

Assyrtiko 2016, Domaine Papagiannakos

Date Tasted: 3/2023

Papagiannakos Winery is a renowned winery based in Attica, Greece, that produces high-quality wines. With a focus on sustainable practices and preserving the authenticity of the region's grape varieties, the winery offers a range of premium wines at a bargain that represents the terroir and unique characteristics of the area. Assyrtiko is one of them.

Appearance: Medium lemon is still bright and vivid with some green hues.

Nose: It is intense and developed. It has entered the best drinkable period with many tertiary aromas like smoke and hay but also a strong lemon and citrus character. 

Palate: It is medium-bodied with nice layering. The flavours are profound yet noble, with ripe peach, smoke and night flower. It has medium plus acidity and a long, complex aftertaste.

Drink: Now and the next 3 years.

Food Pairing: Roasted salmon. 

Score: 91 / 100

Name: Assyrtiko

Producer: Domaine Papagiannakos

Variety: Assyrtiko

Vintage: 2016

Region: PGI Attiki, Greece

Alcohol: 12,5%

Retail Price: 16€

Serving temperature: 10-12 C°

Drink it until 2026