Santorini Delights

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A GUIDE TO THE LOCAL PRODUCTS OF SANTORINI ISLAND Do you dream of summer in Santorini? Bring the authentic essence of Santorini to your home! Visiting Santorini has been on many people's bucket list for a variety of reasons. From experiencing the nightlife with cocktails at the beach, or admiring the iconic white and blue architecture, to tasting the delicious foods and wines at the local tavernas. Santorini island offers memorable experiences for all visitors. However, even if you cannot visit this unique island any time soon, you can certainly get a taste of the dream by experiencing its distinctive flavors of its local products! The Best Santorini Wines As Santorini is covered in multicolored layers of solidified lava and volcanic ashes, t hat volcanic soil is playing a crucial role in the complexity and longevity of the local wines. The grapes of the vineyards grow low, but due to the fact that they have adapted to the volcanic soil, bacteria cannot grow, thus allowing them to mature under the most natural conditions. Additionally, the "anedosa", the impressive fog that covers the island in the morning, plays an important part in watering the rich Santorini vineyards. Winemakers, like Estate Argyros Santorini, D omaine Sigalas Winery and Santo Wines Santorini , have long used the traditional wine production methods to provide top-quality, premium wines. Whether you're an experienced wine drinker or a casual wine lover, this selection of the diverse wines from the endless S antorini vineyards, offers something extraordinary for every palate: Assyrtiko : A classy, refreshing white wine known for its high acidity and full body, Assyrtiko originates from Santorini and it is the ideal choice for pairing with seafood and dishes with pasta and rice. S antorini Assyrtiko wine also manages to keep the crispiness and minerality, while also maintaining its fruity aromas and citrus notes. Nykteri : This traditional Santorini wine is aged in oak barrels for at least 3 months