Who makes it
Artemis Karamolegos's grandfather created the family's first canava in 1952 to make wine for home consumption. In 2003, Artemis made his first wine at a new winery in Exo Gonia.
Assyrtiko centres the cellar work. Lees contact, stainless-steel tanks and micro-vinifications are joined by clay and concrete vessels and barrels of different styles, sizes and previous uses. Wines may remain in the cellar until the winery considers them ready for release. Fruit comes from privately owned vineyards and long-term relationships with experienced Santorini growers.
What they make
The range spans Santorini PDO, Nykteri, 34, Pyritis, Single-Vineyard wines and Mystirio.
Santorini Kouloura blends 90% Assyrtiko with 5% Athiri and 5% Aidani. Each variety is vinified separately in stainless steel, with the final blend adjusted to the vintage's aromatic profile. At least twelve months on the lees precede stone-fruit, floral and herbal aromas, intense minerality, fresh acidity, gentle structure and a persistent finish.