🍷Wine of the Week - AKRA CHRYSSOS Santorini PDO 2022 | Inspired by Volcanic Terroir 🌋

The black-and-white label perfectly reflects Santorini’s dramatic landscape—and the wine itself: rugged yet timeless, classic yet modern, and as intense as a lightning-struck romance.

Tasting Notes – A Wine That Speaks of the Island

It pours a golden, radiant color, revealing aromas of fresh citrus, ripe apricots, and peaches, layered with subtle hints of iodine and sea salt. On the palate, power and intensity meet sharp acidity and mineral notes of wet volcanic stone. The result is a full-bodied wine with a long, persistent finish, one that makes you seriously consider keeping two bottles in your cellar. Perfect for aging, this organic Santorini wine unfolds beautifully over time.

The Chryssos Family – Tradition Meets Innovation

Now in its fourth generation, Spyros Chryssos leads the estate with a philosophy rooted in respect for heritage and a clear vision for the future. The vineyards are estate-owned and organically cultivated, without herbicides or chemicals. Through minimal intervention, spontaneous fermentations, and the use of native yeasts, AKRA Chryssos is allowed to fully express the unique Santorini terroir—pure, raw, and unmistakable.

A Wine for the Terroir-Conscious Collector

The estate first released its PDO Santorini wine in 2015. Ten years later, in 2025, instead of bottling, the winery made a bold decision: to pause, synchronize with the land, and listen to the vines. This choice revealed the winemaker’s true character and deep respect for nature. It takes courage to walk the fine line.

Grilled fish, sautéed calamari, 🐖 pork chops, 🐑 lamb fricassee — this Santorini elevates every bite! Don’t forget big bowl glasses, and enjoy it slightly chilled so all the flavors can shine.

Curious to taste Santorini in its purest form? Discover AKRA Chryssos and let the island speak for itself.