Sigalas Assyrtiko Santorini

Santorini, Greece

The benchmark Santorini Assyrtiko — ancient basket vines on volcanic pumice producing a wine of extraordinary citrus intensity, saline mineral precision, and volcanic mineral depth. Lemon zest, grapefruit, sea spray, flint, and a searing acidity that makes this one of the Mediterranean's greatest white wines.

Pairing intelligence

• main: The island's most famous dish and its most celebrated wine — Santorini's volcanic terroir in both the wine and the fava peas; the Assyrtiko's acidity is perfect for octopus
• aperitif: Aegean island fish and island wine — the wine's citrus and saline character mirrors the sea; acidity cuts through the frying; tzatziki's yogurt bridges