Hatzidakis Mavrotragano

Hatzidakis did not focus solely on Assyrtiko, but also took a keen interest in many of the island’s rarer varieties. With Mavrotragano, he began working in the late 1990s and, together with Paris Sigalas, was among the first to produce a 100% Mavrotragano wine. The variety still ranks among the most exotic of Santorini, covering just over 1% of the island’s vineyard area. The wine’s evolution over time is remarkable, with the volcano making its presence felt through mineral graphite-like aromas. The fruit retains its freshness and is framed by beautiful hints of earth, leather, and smoke, while the tannins—slightly rustic and old-fashioned in feel—are nonetheless perfectly rounded.