{"title":"Domaine Sigalas | Santorini","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Domaine_Sigalas_Vineyards.jpg?v=1786694372\" alt=\"A view from the vineyards of Domaine Sigalas on the Island of Santorini out over the Aegean to the neighbouring Island on the horizon\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerched on the northern plain of \u003cb\u003eSantorini\u003c\/b\u003e just outside the village of Oia, \u003cstrong\u003eDomaine Sigalas\u003c\/strong\u003e manages around 40 hectares of old, un-grafted vineyards rooted in mineral-rich \u003cb\u003evolcanic ash\u003c\/b\u003e. Across these ancient, draught-prone soils, many vines exceed 50 years of age and are carefully woven on the ground into the traditional basket-shaped \u003ci\u003ekouloura\u003c\/i\u003e system. This low-lying basket structure shields the delicate grape clusters from the island's fierce Aegean winds and searing sun. Combined with low yields and coastal moisture, these extreme growing conditions concentrate a striking, sea-salt salinity and vibrant, razor-sharp acidity into the harvested fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate's winemaking philosophy centres on what they call the \"dynamic evolution of tradition,\" combining indigenous yeasts and temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation with modern precision. While the winery is famed for its crystalline flagship \u003cb\u003eSantorini Assyrtiko\u003c\/b\u003e and the layered, single-vineyard \u003cb\u003eKavalieros\u003c\/b\u003e, the team is equally committed to safeguarding the island's environmental and economic future. They actively champion local producer cooperation alongside innovative sustainability initiatives, such as grey-water reuse, to preserve Santorini's unique viticultural culture. In the cellar, winemaker Sara Iakovidou continues this focus on purity, ensuring the wines reflect the raw, mineral energy of the land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1991 by Paris Sigalas, the estate was instrumental in establishing \u003cb\u003eGreece's\u003c\/b\u003e Aegean Islands on the global fine wine stage. A long-standing partnership with the Boutaris family of Kir-Yianni helped build the winery's international profile, leading to Kir-Yianni taking ownership to invest further in the island's vineyards and heritage. Beyond their world-renowned, bone-dry \u003cb\u003eAssyrtiko\u003c\/b\u003e whites, the estate also crafts layered field blends like their vibrant \u003cb\u003eAa\u003c\/b\u003e, alongside a rich, spicy red made from the rare local \u003cb\u003eMavrotragano\u003c\/b\u003e grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDOMAINE SIGALAS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"domaine-sigalas-santorini-assyrtiko","title":"Domaine Sigalas Santorini Assyrtiko 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine \u003cstrong\u003eSigalas Santorini Assyrtiko\u003c\/strong\u003e is a thrillingly crisp and vibrant white wine from one of the Greek island's most revered estates. Made entirely from Assyrtiko grapes grown on Santorini's famous volcanic soils, the vineyard looks completely unlike a standard European estate. To protect the fruit from fierce \u003cstrong\u003eAegean\u003c\/strong\u003e winds and scorching sun, the vines are woven into low-lying baskets directly on the ground, a traditional island method known as kouloura. In the winery, the juice is fermented strictly in stainless steel and rested briefly on its fine lees. This technique completely avoids heavy oak, keeping the wine incredibly fresh while adding just a touch of creamy texture. The result is a bone-dry, razor-sharp white that delivers a massive hit of zesty lemon, lime, and fresh peach. What truly sets it apart is a brilliant, salty minerality that tastes almost like crushed sea rocks. It is a wildly refreshing, energetic pour that doesn't need to be overthought. Serve it ice-cold alongside a Friday night fish and chips takeaway, a simple prawn salad, or just crack open a bottle in the garden when the sun is shining. [#intro]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA fiercely crisp, mineral-driven Greek white wine delivering pure Aegean energy and massive citrus refreshment...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Sigalas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58534277579133,"sku":"A25SIGALASASSYRTIKO","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/SantoriniAssyrtikoBottle.jpg?v=1786696504"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/collections\/Domaine_Sigalas_Corks.jpg?v=1786695085","url":"https:\/\/hic.wine\/collections\/domaine-sigalas.oembed","provider":"Hic!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}