2025 Jordan Assyrtiko

Pure and aromatic, minerally rather than floral. Citrus peel with green, crunchy stone fruit and steely acidity which drives the wine. Flinty notes with an intense mouthfeel and a distinctive mineral salinity adding to the bright, savoury finish.

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Viticulture

Jordan is home to the first mother block of Assyrtiko in South Africa. Planted on dry, windy, north-facing slopes overlooking the sea, this ancient variety is a love letter from the Mediterranean, whilst capturing our pioneering spirit as we move towards a regenerative future. The distinct ravine that embodies Stellenbosch Kloof harnesses all the qualities of a well-orientated compass. Varying elevations and aspects allow us to grow a selection of classic varieties to specific sites that optimise this expression through their location. The cooler south–facing aspect, hosts the more sensitive and aromatic white-skinned grape varieties. The soils are decomposed granite and loam, with an average vine age of 6 years old.

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Vinification

After hand picking the Assyrtiko, the grapes were placed in a small basket press and underwent gentle pressing followed by cold settling of the juice for 2 days. The juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks to ensure the expression of pure varietal
character and kept on the lees for 4 months before being racked

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Recommendation

A very versatile wine, but perfect with shellfish and, of course, the classic Greek Salad, with tomatoes, olives and feta cheese.