Oros
Oros means “mountain,” and that’s exactly what this wine tastes like — altitude carved into liquid form. A blend of Assyrtiko and Sauvignon Blanc grown on the slate slopes at the edge of Mount Athos, Oros is both rooted and restless.
Assyrtiko lays down the backbone: structure, acidity, minerality that feels like flint underfoot. Sauvignon Blanc layers on the brightness, the flair, the extroverted side of a mountain that stares straight at the Aegean. Fermented in steel, aged on lees, no shortcuts. Just clean, precise winemaking that lets the land do the talking.
Oros is not just a crowd-pleaser; it’s a conversation starter. A white that bridges Greek grit with international charm, showing how a mountain vineyard in Halkidiki can produce a wine as sharp as its slopes and as vivid as its sea air.
| Vintage | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Dry White |
| Unit Size | 75cl |
| Country | Greece |
| Region | PGI Halkidiki |
| Plot Size / Plot Elevation | Small dedicated vineyard block (~0.4 ha / 4 stremmata) on eastern-facing slope of the estate |
| Soil | Sandy clay loam over slate/schist subsoil, same mineral-rich terroir as rest of estate |
| Age of vines | ~12+ years |
| Farming | Organic practices, hand-harvested |
| Varieties | ~70% Assyrtiko, ~30% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Fermentation | Stainless steel, temperature-controlled, varieties vinified separately and then blended |
| Aging | 6 months sur lie (fine lees) in stainless steel; no oak |
| Tags | Organic practices (certification varies), Vegan status N.F. |
| Alcohol | 13.20% |
| Cork / Screw Cap | Cork |
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Ratings & Reviews
2021 vintage: Bronze Medal
2019 vintage: Silver Medal
2019 vintage: 90/100
The producer
On the rugged slopes of Mount Athos, where Aristotle once walked, Akrathos Winery is redefining what Halkidiki can deliver. High-altitude vineyards (550–700m), slate-rich soils, and a mix of mountain winds and sea breezes create the sharp minerality and precision that run through every bottle. Since 2009, Akrathos … Read more
