Domaine Papagiannakos, Assyrtiko

Markopoulo | Greece

Assyrtiko grapes yield a wine displaying vibrant citrus flavours of orange and lime, finishing with a refreshing salinity.

About the Producer

Third generation winemaker, Vassilis Papagiannakos, was born and bred in Markopoulo, and grew up around the family winery. At that time the Savatiano variety was the winery’s sole focus – but later Malagouzia was introduced, along with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and other varieties. Produced from 100% Assyrtiko grapes. The vines are grown on unirrigated limestone soil at around 100m altitude, in north-east Attiki. Grapes are typically harvested towards the end of August. The wine undergoes no oak ageing – it’s fermented and matured in stainless steel at a controlled temperature (16-18ºC) with some time spent on fine lees.

Food Pairing

Swordfish – straight off the griddle, or roast belly pork.