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The terroir of Santorini is present in all the varieties of the island! The wonderful Katsano of Giorgos Gavalas, a multi-year and persistent effort of the winemaker has given the wine of the same name a wonderful yellow color, aromas of honey and lemon but also of apricot, matching acidity and a long, very pleasant aftertaste.

Α second reading of the Santorini "book" hides many more priceless treasures beyond Assyrtiko . Mavrotragano is one of the most exciting red varieties of the Greek vineyard, with Gavalas Estate capturing the spicy and robust character of the variety with this super-premium vinification. Be patient and let it age in your cellar for a few years.

George Gavalas next to Assyrtiko devotes much of his effort to reviving forgotten varieties of the Thera vineyard that in the last century exceeded 100 on the island of Santorini. One of them, Voudomato offers a rare rosé wine with distinctive fruity characteristics, cool acidity and mineral elements in the nose and mouth.

Assyrtiko is supplemented with a little Athiri and Aidani, the grapes are dried for 10-15 days under the hot sun of Santorini, they are 'pressed' during midday hours to more easily extract the concentrated, sugary, juice and then ferment for several months before moving to the big black-old wooden casks to age. The result is a mind-blowingly sweet wine with flavors and aromas that remain unforgettable for months.