Pyritis 2019, Artemis Karamolegos Winery
Date Tasted: 1/2022
Karamolegos winery seems to be the most innovative on the island of Santorini, with their wines expressing the terroir in various ways. Pyritis is a genuinely authentic wine with minimal interventions by the winemaker and crystal purity into the glass.
Appearance: Deep gold colour.
Nose: The lemon aromas are intense with white blossoms and Santorini's incredible mineral dimension. It is very fresh, pure and complex.
Palate: It is bone dry with high sharp acidity, yet good balance. The flavours of lemon and flint are intense. Salty and powerful yet with grace. It is medium-bodied with a long, fresh and complex finish.
Drink or Hold: It is lovely now but with a long ageing potential.
Food Pairing: Try it with fatty fish like salmon or swordfish.
Score: 93
Name: Pyritis
Producer: Artemis Karamolegos Winery
Variety: Assyrtiko
Vintage: 2019
Region: PDO Santorini, Greece
Alcohol: 14%
Retail Price: 35€
Serving temperature: 12-14 C°
Drink it until 2029