Domaine Zafeirakis Assyrtiko 2023 CORTESE naturally skin-fermented Gruner is unadorned

naturally skin-fermented Gruner is unadorned

The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel tanks-helping to preserve the bold fruit flavors

Ever heard of boganduša or mekuja

Fans of wood will get bright hints of birch bark

With notes of herbal spice

Domaine Zafeirakis Assyrtiko 2023 CORTESE naturally skin-fermented Gruner is unadornedIf you are looking for the mineral, salty style of Assyrtiko made famous in Santorini but for a lower price, this fresh, crisp example from northern Greece is a perfect substitute. Light flavors of lemon and green apple followed by serious stony minerality and a very clean, dry finish.