28 March 2012 2010 Boutari Santorini Assyrtiko

2010 Boutari Santorini Assyrtiko

March 28, 2012 By

I enjoy Greek wines and picked up this little number, which is easy to find, to pair with sashimi and rolls I was having from the local sushi restaurant this weekend.

In the glass, this Greek wine is a medium honey yellow – really pretty.  On the nose, the 2010 Boutari Santorini Assyrtiko is lemony and peachy.  In the mouth, it is rich, luscious, with lots of juicy apple notes yet there is a nice level of acidity and crispness on the finish.

This versatile wine would pair well with many things, especially grilled seafood, chicken or pork.

Pairings:  Raw oysters, clams or mussels. Grilled octopus or white-flesh fish.

Style: White

Grape Type(s): Assyrtiko

Region: Santorini, Greece

Around $19

 

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26 August 2010 2007 Boutari Moschofilero

2007 Boutari Moschofilero

August 26, 2010 By

First tasted this wine at an event hosted by Wines of Greece in Manhattan where I got to sample over 40 fine Greek wines.  Lucky for me, the

'07 Boutari Moschofilero

2007 Boutari Moschofilero is pretty widely available in my neck of the woods in New Jersey, so I get to enjoy it often.

Think of this wine as a Pinot Grigio / Sauvignon Blanc but with tons of body and flavor.  It’s light enough to be enjoyed all Summer long, but offers enough body and richness to pair with spicy foods during the cooler months.  I find lots of juicy lemons with ripe honeyed melons and floral undertones with some nice acidity.

At a recent dinner party, I paired it with grilled octopus and Greek yogurt-marinated chicken kabobs and it was super.

At around $15 a bottle, this Greek wine from the Peloponnesos region is a great buy and value.

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