Estate Argyros | Late Release VinSanto - NV

Dessert Wine: Estate Argyros | Late Release VinSanto - NV Estate Argyros Late Release VinSanto is a luxurious dessert wine produced from sun-dried Assyrtiko, Aidani, and Athiri grapes grown on the volcanic soils of Santorini. After harvest, the grapes are naturally dried under the Aegean sun to concentrate their sugars and flavors before fermentation and extended barrel aging. Order from the Largest & Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace! Featured in ROLLING STONE MEN'S JOURNAL US WEEKLY NOTICE: Many other small liquor store sites may end up cancelling your order due to the high demand, unavailability or inaccurate inventory counts. We have partnerships consisting of a large network of licensed retailers from within the United States, Europe and across the world ensuring orders are fulfilled. Producer: Estate Argyros Vintage: NV Size: 750ml ABV: 13% Varietal: White Blend Country/Region: Greece, Santorini Estate Argyros Late Release VinSanto is a luxurious dessert wine produced from sun-dried Assyrtiko, Aidani, and Athiri grapes grown on the volcanic soils of Santorini. After harvest, the grapes are naturally dried under the Aegean sun to concentrate their sugars and flavors before fermentation and extended barrel aging. This late-release expression spends additional years maturing before bottling, resulting in exceptional complexity and balance. Rich notes of dried apricot, fig, raisins, orange peel, honey, caramel, roasted nuts, and sweet spices are supported by Santorini's hallmark vibrant acidity, creating a wine of remarkable depth and elegance. Producer Information Estate Argyros is a wine producer located on the island of Santorini in Greece. The vineyards are planted on volcanic soils and cover 26 hectares (65 acres) of land on the island. Native grape varieties like Assyrtico, Athiri and Aidani are planted here, making wines in a range of styles, from dry whites to sweet vinsanto. The estate was originally founded in 1903 by Georgios Argyros, who started making local wines using traditional Santorinian methods. When the estate passed to Matthew Argyros in 1950, he expanded the vineyards to 6 hectares (15 acres), and then in 1974, when his son Yiannis Argyros took over, the vineyard holdings increased again to 26 hectares (65 acres). In 2004 Yannis passed the running of the estate to his son who is also named Matthew. Argyros' vineyards are situated at altitudes ranging from 35-150m (115-500ft) above sea level, on the classic, dark volcanic soils of the island. The vines are cultivated in the traditional basket style, called "kouloura" or "Gyristo", which shelters the grapes from Santorini's strong winds. The Assyrtiko Argyros is the estate's flagship wine and dates back to the founding of the estate in 1903. There are several other wines based on Assyrtiko, as well as three sweet vinsanto wines: Vinsanto Mezzo Argyros, Vinsanto Argyros and Vinsanto Chocolate (made, as its name suggests, with chocolate). The grapes for the vinsanto wines are dried outdoors on the dry, sun-baked ground. Argyros also makes a red wine from Mavrotragano, a rare indigenous variety.