“Evolution as a form of tradition”
The old wine cave of Paris Sigalas’ family was reconstructed with the aim of limited, but at the same time quality production.
OENO Π was founded by Paris Sigalas in the old wine cave of his family. It is located in front of the sea, in the area of the Kolumbo volcano, in Baxedes-Oia.
Tradition
Next to the knowledge of the great wine tradition of Santorini and through over thirty years’ experience in research and production, we have created a new, small, high-quality winery, housed in the reconstructed wine cave of Paris Sigalas’ family.
The target
Our vision is based on our belief that the potential of this large and unique vineyard has not been fully explored. Highlighting this multidimensional potential is our goal. OENO Π is designed for small production, 20,000 bottles per year, aiming at high quality that can express the complexity of the Santorini vineyard.
Equipment
The winery is equipped with small volume amphoras (750 and 1600 liter vats), so that each amphora corresponds to a selected vineyard. This is a continuation of the research that began in 2015 at Domaine Sigalas with the “Seven Villages” (Separate vinification of the Assyrtikos of each village). The vertical press is the traditional Campania press (a two-meter-diameter reel), distinguished for the gentleness they give to the must, a key characteristic of Champagne.
LOCATION: Santorini, Greece
FOUNDED in 2020
ALTITUDE: 800-1400 ft
SOIL: The volcanic soil of Santorini, which gives the unique character and high quality to the wine, is one main reason why this vineyard carries the importance of a Museum.
CLIMATE: The climate is best described as Mediterranean, with mild winters and cool summers (due to the strong northerly winds). The vines are also relieved from the heat because of the sea breeze. Average annual rainfalls range up to 350 mm, and the average temperature is 16.5°C.
VINEYARDS: The vineyards of Santorini have been cultivated without interruption since ancient times and continue to produce high quality wines. They can be described as historic, world heritage vineyards.
