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Samartzis Estate 'Two Rivers' White Kountoura 2021
Grape Type Pronunciation: "kon-tour-ah"
Primary flavours
Citrus
White Fruit
Honey
Kerosene
Petrol
White Flower
Details
One for the wine geeks! This wine comes from a 60-year-old vineyard planted at around 400m altitude. Mineral, salty and starting to show some fusel oil, kerosene character (that one might associate with Riesling) after a couple of years in the bottle. This is a wine to think about and enjoy throughout the evening, it's flinty and taut and a subtle concentration of white peach and white blossom.

Samartzis Estate is a prominent winery located in Greece, recognised for its commitment to producing exceptional wines. Situated amidst stunning landscapes, the estate cultivates vineyards that benefit from the region's unique terroir, resulting in wines of distinct character and quality. Led by a passionate winemaker, Samartzis Estate combines traditional methods with modern techniques to craft a diverse range of wines, spanning from crisp whites to robust reds. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to quality, Samartzis Estate continues to be a celebrated destination for wine enthusiasts, both locally and internationally, seeking to experience the best of Greek winemaking. The team are in particular pioneers of the Mouchtaro grape variety and is one of only three producers in Greece to be working with this rare grape type. Even within Greece herself, Mouchtaro is a rare find, it's well worth a try!
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
nonesomelots
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
lowmediumhigh
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low (under 12%)medium (12-14%)high (14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Central Greece
country
Greece
Grape type
White Kountoura
Wine Maker
Samartzis Estate
Alcohol
12.5%
Vintage
2021
Cellar period
1-3 years
Closure
Cork (Natural)
Production method
Vegan
Temperature
Chilled 8°C-10°C
Pairing guide
Kountoura wines are another lesser-known Greek variety, but we’re confident you’ll become a diehard fan from the very first sip. Once again, the Greeks showcase the versatility of their produce with this bottle - this wine is going to pair with a wide range of dishes and ingredients, including smoked fish like haddock, prawn risotto, grilled chicken breast salads, roast pork with lemon and herbs, and vegetarian dishes featuring spinach, grilled artichoke hearts and corn. Feta filo pies, homemade hummus and couscous salads will also work a treat with this one!
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Food
Aperitif
Tastes
Oily
Bitter
Crisp
Moods
Contemplative
Mood for something different
Seasons
Spring
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