Jim Barry
Jim Barry Assyrtiko
White wine
4.0
Expert Rating
3.9
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Jim Barry Assyrtiko is a premium white wine produced by Jim Barry Wines, a renowned winery located in the Clare Valley wine region of South Australia. The wine is made from the Assyrtiko grape variety, which is native to the Greek island of Santorini. The grapes are sourced from a single vineyard, which is situated on a hillside with a north-facing aspect, providing ideal growing conditions for the grapes. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged on lees for several months, resulting in a wine with a crisp acidity and a complex flavor profile. The Jim Barry Assyrtiko is a refreshing and elegant wine with notes of citrus, green apple, and mineral, making it a perfect pairing for seafood and salads.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Jim Barry Assyrtiko displays a pale golden hue in the glass.Bright aromas of ripe citrus and tropical fruits, such as pineapple and passionfruit, leap out of the glass. On the palate, the wine is juicy and refreshing, with a pleasant mineral character that lingers on the finish. A perfect pairing for grilled seafood, this is an enjoyable white wine that is sure to please.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2044
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Gentle
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Assyrtiko
ORIGINS
Winery: Jim Barry
Region: Clare Valley
Australia's Clare Valley is a renowned wine region located in the mid-north of South Australia. With a long history of winemaking, the region is known for its iconic Riesling and Shiraz wines.
The Clare Valley has been producing wine since the 1840s, when German settlers planted the first vineyards. The region is now home to over 50 wineries, many of which are family-owned and operated.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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