ISLE2013 Heritage Wine Exhibition: “Heritage wines” are the wines made from indigenous grape varieties. This year, the Heritage Wine Exhibition will take place on the island of Santorini, a place where exclusively indigenous grape varieties are grown and where wine is a typical example of the desire of the modern consumer. (isle-winexpo.gr)
Travel by vine and enjoy the many fruits of the Hellenic Republic. Good Food - What to drink … Greek wines
From GrapeRover: “Contrary to all the misfortune Greece is undergoing, here is some positive news about one of it’s “lesser known” products: Greek Wine from the Islands. As part of a series of winetravels in Greece we start with Part 1. South Aegean. Wine & food journalist Cornelius Wesseling reports on his last winejourney to the Greek Islands, covering all major wineries on Mykonos,Paros, Santorini.”
A truly beautiful video about Domaine Sigalas.
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easyvino :
Kokkari Estiatorio in downtown San Francisco serves Mediterranean fare, mostly Greek, with a contemporary edge. The owners claim to make a “cuisine fit for the gods”, and although the gods would most certainly know what wine to drink, we think you might need a hand. The Wine List is long, with several Greek wines, Old World and New World options, and price points to accommodate everyone.
Here are our recommendations.
By the Glass
- 2010 Sigalas, Assyrtiko, Santorini ($14/glass) - It’s a great big White Wine. Rich, creamy and intense, with good acidity.
- 2010 Abrente, Albariño, Napa Valley ($10/glass, $40/bottle) - If you prefer a lighter (and cheaper) white, this Californian Albariño is a great option. Very refreshing.
- Bedrock, Old Vine Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley ($12/glass) - Big, smooth, and intense, this Zinfandel is very fruity and easy to drink.
By the Bottle:
- 2008 Tselepos, Moschofilero, Mantinia ($42/bottle) - This Greek White Wine is light, fruity and very refreshing; easy to drink.
- 2010 Astrolabe, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough ($45/bottle) - Your typical New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc: fruity, intense, with medium to full body.
- 2009 Kingston Family, Lucero Syrah, Casablanca Valley ($38/bottle) - Medium body, juicy and a little spicy, it’s a great value.
- 2008 Seven Hills, Merlot, Columbia Valley ($48/bottle) - Another good value, smooth and fruity, very easy to drink, medium to full body.
- 2008 Thimiopolos, Uranos, Xinomavro, Trilofos imathias ($68/bottle) - More complex and less smooth than the previous options, full in the mouth.
Cheers!
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The unique volcanic wines of Santorini are in danger of becoming extinct.
Santorini, a unique wine experience!
“In a question posted on the Daily Grape Facebook Fan page, we allowed Vayniacs to choose which wines they’d like to see featured on an episode. With nearly 50% of total votes, Wines from Santorini won the contest.”
