In the Cycladic islands, the production of sweet wines from sun-dried grapes endures as the traditional winemaking technique passes from one generation to another. As early as the 16th century, documents describe the profitable trade between Santorini and Russia, based on the quality and fame of VINSANTO wines and their rare ability to last and improve over the years. VINSANTO production is excruciatingly long and inevitably costly, but after many years, when the barrels are opened it appears � sweet, complex, abundantly flavored and excellent � a truly rare wine, worthy of all the effort. Vinsanto is produced by 80% Assyrtiko, 10% Aidani, 10% Athiri Tasting comments: Copper-amber color. Strong, kind, fine, complex aromas of chocolate, honey, roasted coffee grains, dried fruits and dried nuts. Full bodied, buttery, well structured & balanced, with sweetness and acidity in harmony, it has a fine and long finish. Vinification: Sun drying for 12-14 days. Ageing in French oak barrels for 17 years time; bottle ageing for 3 years. Alcohol: 14.0% vol. Total acidity: 6g/l Sugar: 240 g/l Accompanies: It could be a good companion for cigars and desserts made of chocolate or served as an aperitif or a digestive drink. Ageing capacity: long ageing Serving suggestions: at 6-8 οC Ratings - Awards : �92 - Argyros Estate Vinsanto 1988, eRobertParker.com� 31 Dec 2008 �93 - Argyros Estate Vinsanto 1987, Wine Spectator� 15 Nov 2007 �90 - Argyros Estate Vinsanto 1984, Wine Spectator� 15 Nov 2005 �94 - Argyros Estate Vinsanto 1984, Wine & Spirits Buying Guide� 2007 �GOLD - Argyros Estate Vinsanto 1984, Decanter World Wide Awards� 2004 �92 - Argyros Estate Vinsanto 1983, eRobertParker.com� 01 Apr 2002 �95 - Argyros Estate Vinsanto 1974, eRobertParker.com� 31 Dec 2008