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As a matter of ambiance, before taking a stroll in vineyards, make sure you visit a small village located on the northernmost point of the island—Oia. There, sunsets are stunning, the white houses are encrusted with roses, and quaint quiet roads lead you to the Panagia Church.
Located closer to the sea than Oia, is a fishing port called Amoudi Bay, where we make a stop at Dimitris’, a restaurant that serves fresh seafood, fried fish, vine-ripe tomatoes paired with renown Greek feta, stuffed vine leaves, and marinated bay leaves. We sip on a glass of Assyrtiko wine, and time stops for one glorious moment.
White architecture makes for stark contrast against red volcanic soil.
Assyrtiko: the “ground dweller”
Assyrtiko vines grow close to the ground, which protects them from the strong winds and burning sun. Balancing out otherwise hot and dry days is the welcome fog that envelops the island at night, and brings coolness and humidity to soils composed of volcanic ash, sand, and hardened lava.
An Assyrtiko vine, growing close to the soil.
Among the fifty-odd grape varieties grown on the island, Assyrtiko dominates by far. This grape variety retains a natural acidity all while ripening with a significant alcohol content. Volcanic soils lend it a unique “minerality” and “verticality.” Sometimes mixed with other aromatic grape varieties such as Aidani and Athiri, Assyrtiko adds individuality to any mixture, and brings back fond and welcome memories of relaxed life in Santorini!
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