{"product_id":"gaia-monograph-assyrtiko-white-wine-75cl-661794","title":"Gaia Monograph Assyrtiko White Wine 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eWarning: This product is age restricted to 18 or over. You'll be asked to confirm your age upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVegetarian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite Wine - 100% Assyrtiko Peloponnese (Nemea) - Greece A youthful and accessible expression of Greece's most noble white grape, offering vibrancy and crisp minerality. A great alternative to Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCountry of origin: Greece\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePackage type: Glass\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergen Information: Contains sulphites\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGaia Wines, founded in 1994 by Leon Karatsalos and Yiannis Paraskevopoulos, is a pioneer of the modern Greek wine revolution. operating wineries in both Nemea and Santorini, they are dedicated to exploring the potential of indigenous Greek varieties through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices, consistently producing wines of international acclaim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrape variety: Assyrtiko\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurrent vintage: 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Peloponnese is the historical heavyweight of Greek viticulture, responsible for roughly 30% of the country's wine. This southern peninsula features diverse terrain, where high-altitude mountain plateaus balance the Mediterranean heat, preserving vital acidity in the grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright and refreshing, this wine opens with aromas of lemon zest, grapefruit, and a touch of honeysuckle. The palate is dry and zestful with a distinct mineral backbone-typical of the variety-balanced by fruitier notes of tropical citrus and a clean, revitalizing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlcohol by volume: 12.5\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are sourced from semi-mountainous calcareous soils in Koutsi, Nemea. The fruit is chilled to 4°C before being destemmed and gently pressed. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (approx. 16-18°C) to maximise aromatic intensity. The wine sees no oak aging, ensuring the fresh, primary fruit characteristics and varietal purity remain the focus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M\u0026S","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45677461569774,"sku":"661794","price":33.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/0125\/9183\/files\/640x640_3e4482e9-13cc-49b1-88bc-37d886899f1a.jpg?v=1778521891","url":"https:\/\/mcgrocer.com\/products\/gaia-monograph-assyrtiko-white-wine-75cl-661794","provider":"McGrocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}