Terra Nera
Discover the fruitiest expression of Assyrtiko, Terra Nera collection which is a celebration of Santorini’s volcanic heritage. From the crisp Terra Nera Assyrtiko to the elegant Terra Nera Aidani and the vibrant Terra Nera Rosé, each wine captures the essence of the island’s terroir. Completing the collection is the Terra Nera Red, offering a bold and juicy red wine experience.
Terra Nera Assyrtiko
Vintage |
2025 |
Variety |
85% Assyrtiko 15% Aidani |
Appellation |
Varietal Wine |
Origin of grapes |
Young Assyrtiko vines with an average age of 50 years old, grown in the lower elevation areas of Santorini, combined with young Aidani grapes. |
Vinification |
White wine vinification in stainless steel at low temperature to bring out the fruity side of Assyrtiko. Each variety is vinified separately and the final blend depends on the vintage. The wine ages on its lees for six months. |
Description |
Notes of melon, pear and citrus fruit, combined with herbal hints and evident minerality. Fresh mouth, balanced acidity, long finish. |
Best served |
At 8-10°C. Pairs well with traditional Cycladic dishes, fried fish and shell fish. |
Ageing potential |
3-4 years. |
Terra Nera Rosé
Vintage |
2025 |
Variety |
60% Assyrtiko – 40% Mandilaria |
Appellation |
Varietal Wine |
Origin of grapes |
50 years old vines from the viticulture areas of Exo Gonia, Megalochori, Messaria and Akrotiri. |
Vinification |
Brief pre-fermentation cold maceration. White wine vinification from then on, ageing on the lees for five months. |
Description |
Lifted nose with intense red fruit notes of red cherry and strawberry. Floral and white pepper hints. Crispy acidity, fresh mouth, long finish. |
Best served |
At 8-10°C. Pairs well a large variety of dishes, like traditional tomato fritters, green beans with tomato sauce, Greek ratatouille. Also excellent with pizza or pasta with red sauce. |
Ageing potential |
Up to 2 years. |
Terra Nera Red
Vintage |
2025 |
Variety |
50% Mandilaria – 50% Mavrotragano |
Appellation |
Varietal Wine |
Origin of grapes |
60 years old Mandilaria vines from selected vineyards around the island and 20 years old Mavrotragano vines from our estate vineyard. |
Vinification |
Red wine vinification at low temperature and short maceration time. Each grape variety ferments separately and blended post fermentation. The blend rests in stainless steel tanks for eight to nine months with only a small percentage of less than twenty per sent ageing in old oak barrels for a short period. Bottled within a year of production to retain the signature freshness of this style. |
Description |
Fresh red fruit notes combined with spicy hints and typical Mediterranean herb aromas. Elegant style, round with fine tannins. |
Best served |
At 14-16°C. Pairs well with a variety of cured meat, fried salmon or tuna, pasta Bolognese or even a juicy burger. |
Ageing potential |
2-3 years. |