2026 Jim Barry Assyrtiko

Jim Barry’s love affair with the Assyrtiko began in 2006 whilst on holiday on the Greek Island of Santorini, the birthplace of the variety. Its crisp acidity reminded him of Clare Valley Riesling yet it had a unique flavour profile that he had not experienced before. Intrigued, he began the process of importing cuttings and by 2012 had planted Australia’s first Assyrtiko vineyard.

Quite possibly the best Assyrtiko yet from Jim Barry!

Brilliant water like core with a faint greenish tinge around the outskirts. Leaping from the glass with great intensity are lime and green apple scents which are trailed by some citrus, fresh herb, wet slate and mineral notes. Energised, crunchy and super scrumptious, the palate is bursting with zesty lime, green apple and citrus fruits. Subtle wet steel and flinty mineral elements line the back half. Possessing fantastic drive and concentration it has crisp, lip smacking acidity and a long invigorating finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 12.5%