2023 Papagiannakos Vientzi Savatiano

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Sylvia Wu - Decanter

A sophisticated, layered take on the Savatiano grape, crafted from 60-year-old vines planted in a north-facing single vineyard in Markopoulo PGI. Made without oak influence but with some bottle ageing. A hint of smokiness opens up into creamy quince, nectarine and fragrant herbs on the nose. A textured palate of lemon seed oil and citrus peel evolves into dried apricot and mango towards the long finish.

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Monica Larner - Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Released with two additional years of bottle age, the Papagiannakos 2023 Savatiano Vientzi Single Vineyard offers a look at how Savatiano evolves over time. Sourced from the estate's highest vineyard at 500 meters in elevation and planted to 80-year-old vines, this site was the favorite of the family's grandfather. Fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel with six to seven months on the lees and no bâtonnage, the wine relies on fruit and site rather than oak for complexity. Vientzi comes from a distinct local clone characterized by smaller berries and naturally higher acidity. The bouquet has already begun to evolve toward honey, acacia blossom, caramelized apple, smoky walnut and hints of green tea. The palate remains lifted and refined, carried by chalky minerality and fresh acidity.