Greg Sherwood 97+

Pithari II is one of the amphorae used for the Tria Ampelia 2022 blend made by Paris Sigalas new winery OENO P, originating from a single vineyard in the village of Akrotiri. Fermented with native yeasts, leaving some residual sugars, and matured sur lie for 18 months. Inspired by the distinguished nuances emanating from its complexity and subtle RS, the wine was bottled unfiltered from amphorae, in a very limited production run, designed to represent, as Paris explains, a weird and stimulating Santorini expression aimed at mainly friends of Santorini s various Assyrtiko styles. On the nose, the aromatics are indeed incredibly precise and focused, delivering a tightknit assemblage of crushed basaltic minerality, pithy grapefruit, lime peel, white blossom, warm buttered white toast, green Rooibos tea, and delicate peach fruit nuances. The palate is sleek and suave, boasting a massive dry extract concentration underpinned by zippy, well integrated bright acids and a sophisticated level of wound spring textural tension. But above all, it s the elegance and pristine harmony of the overall wine that leaves the greatest lasting impression. Undoubtedly, one of the finest premium expressions of Assyrtiko I have ever tasted from Santorini. Drink now and over the next 8-10+ years. [Greg Sherwood, MW, 01/02/2025]