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Yiannis Oikonomou's Antigone belongs to a class of its own and shows the way forward for Greek wine. Aromatically, the "nose" is out of this world, penetrating and intense but so elegant and wonderful. With an unforgettable bouquet and complexity that you don't want to describe in words. It is concepts such as memory, identity, and uniqueness that come to mind and can make you distinguish Antigone among thousands of other wines. Tasting it is one of those happy moments when you encounter a great wine that sets your standards for what defines quality. Silky, full of vitality and freshness that surprises you, considering its age, and with an endless aftertaste. A benchmark for Greece among the great wines of this planet. Without a trace of exaggeration.
We don't believe there is any other wine that could better express Yiannis Oikonomou's aesthetic of what he defines as a great wine. Antigone takes you on a unique journey into a world where perfection is defined by concepts such as authenticity and truth. An important terroir, defined here by the great Liatiko grape and the old pre-phylloxera vineyards, and an approach to winemaking that allows the wine to mature, evolve, and transform over the years into something exquisite. Harmony, elegance, balance, finesse, tension, and complexity are just some of the words that will come to mind when you taste Antigone. What could be considered Yiannis Oikonomou's grand cru, in Burgundy terms, is above all the culmination of his winemaking philosophy, his thrilling experience, and his patience with his wines and with time. A "work of art" by a great producer.
An awesome balance of freshness and oxidative character, a hint of honey aromas and richness reminiscent of the equally wonderful sparkling wines from the Chenin Blanc variety. Indigene does not want or resemble champagne in any way. The slow second fermentation in the bottle, which can last for over six months, contributes to the complexity of the wine,...
