Tear of the Pine Retsina 100% Assyrtiko (3 Bottle Minimum)

A new approach to Retsina based on the Assyrtiko variety, with a gentle touch of resin. This unique wine is the most awarded Retsina at international competitions and by wine critics.  The careful concentration of fresh pine resin, blended with vanilla and butter aromas, constitute a unique background for the fragrant Assyrtiko palette. Citrus fruits harmonically combine with rosemary, thyme, ginger and scents of Chios mastic producing an explosive and impressively tasty result that leaves a rich aftertaste.

FOOD PAIRING
Best served at: 10-12°C. Serve with spaghetti with lobster, seafood cooked with herbs, baked or grilled fatty fish, grilled vegetables, white meat and Mediterranean dishes rich in olive oil, as well as dishes of Asian cuisine, such as sushi.

VARIETIES
Assyrtiko

REGION
Goumenissa

AGEING
10 years

HARVEST DATE
September 1st

ALCOHOL
13.5%

TOTAL ACIDITY
6.8 g/L

RESIDUAL SUGAR
3.7 g/L

HARVEST
The white varieties benefited from the lack of rainfall and lengthy heatwave throughout the summer, which resulted in the production of high-quality fruit. Thus, Assyrtiko produced magnificent wines thanks to the excellent balance between the acidity and sugars in the grapes.

VINIFICATION
The vinification process starts with pre-fermentation maceration. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in new oak barrels of varying origins and types and is followed by aging for 6 months on the lees with regular bâtonnage.