Kalliston Nykteri
Traditionally Assyrtiko and a dash of Aidani and Athiri grapes were pressed the night after their harvest in order to give the famous Nykteri (stands for staying up all night) wine. Kalliston Nykteri pays a tribute to this unique wine-making style, with high-alcohol content, great concentration and ripe-fruit character.
A clear lemon color of medium intensity. Expressive flowery aromas of jasmine on the nose, along with green fruits, such as green apple and pear on a vanilla background. On the palate it is dry, with crispy-refreshing acidity, in great balance with the delicate floral and fruity flavors. Just an elegant touch of oak, contributes to the overall balance. Long and pleasant aftertaste.
PAIRS WELL WITH:
Grilled Fish
White Meat
Seafood
SERVED AT:
45-50 °F
DETAILS
COUNTRY
Greece
REGION
Santorini
LOCATION
Pyrgos
ALTIDUTE
1300 ft
WINE TYPE
White
STYLE
Dry
ALC BY VOL
13.5%
VARIETIES
Assyrtiko 75%
Athiri 15%
Aidani 10%
APPELATION
PDO Santorini
VINIFICATION
Harvest: handpicked between 10-20 August. Classic white vinification. Destemming, skin contact for 6 hours. Gentle pneumatic press. Fermentation temperature at 61-63 °F. At the beginning of the fermentation, the must is filled in oak barrels for the completion of the fermentation. Maturation: 3 months in 225 Lt medium toast French oak barrels (50 % 1st – 50% 2nd fill)
Santorini
Pyrgos
Light winters, rare rainfall, cool summer mild winds, known as “meltemia”. Additionally, the night sea mist created by the evaporation of the sea during the hot summer sunny days, works as a natural moisturizer for the plants. The orientation of the vineyards (facing north) and the altitude retain a lower average temperature throughout the year. Additionally, the sea mist created by the evaporation of the sea during the hot summer nights, works as a natural moisturizer for the plants. The salty spray that covers the grapes boosts minerality and adds a pleasant, slightly briny character to the wine.
