Ekho Assyrtiko Santorini 2024: volcanic tension and maritime purity in one of the most authentic expressions of the Aegean

Wine overview

Ekho Assyrtiko Santorini 2024 is a white wine of extraordinary precision that expresses with energy and rigor the volcanic and maritime matrix of the island of Santorini, offering a tense, vertical and deeply identity-driven sip. Made from 100% Assyrtiko grapes, this wine comes from extreme conditions where constant wind, intense sunlight and poor soils define a rare and distinctive quality.

The 13% alcohol content integrates perfectly into a vibrant structure, supported by high natural acidity and incisive sapidity that define its tasting profile. It is a wine that aims for expressive purity, avoiding any artificial construction and allowing the authentic character of the terroir to emerge.

Contains sulphites.

Wine history

Ekho Assyrtiko Santorini 2024 was created with the aim of offering a contemporary interpretation of one of the purest expressions of the Assyrtiko grape in its place of origin. Santorini has represented for centuries a unique viticultural landscape thanks to ancient, often ungrafted vineyards that survive extreme climatic conditions.

This wine comes from a careful selection of historic plots, cultivated by small local growers who preserve agronomic practices passed down through generations. The Ekho project enhances these micro-realities, turning each vineyard into a liquid narrative that preserves identity and memory.

Within the range, this label represents one of the most direct and coherent interpretations of the production philosophy, based on authenticity and respect for the land.

It is a wine that combines ancient tradition with modern sensitivity while maintaining a deep connection to the island’s winemaking culture.

Vineyard philosophy

The viticulture behind Ekho Assyrtiko Santorini 2024 is extreme, manual and perfectly integrated with the natural environment of the island. The vineyards are planted on volcanic soils composed of ash, sand and pumice stone, elements that contribute to the wine’s mineral character.

The vines are trained using the traditional “kouloura” system, a unique method that protects the grapes from harsh winds and intense sun exposure by shaping the vine into a basket-like form. This technique helps preserve moisture and fruit integrity.

Rainfall is extremely limited, forcing vines to develop deep root systems, which enhances concentration and natural acidity. Yields are very low, but grape quality reaches exceptional levels.

The approach is to accompany nature without interfering, allowing each vineyard to express its identity authentically.

The result is a pure, concentrated and deeply terroir-driven raw material.

Winemaking approach and grape variety

In the winery, Ekho Assyrtiko Santorini 2024 follows a philosophy of maximum expressive transparency through minimal intervention. Vinification takes place mainly in stainless steel tanks, a technical choice that preserves freshness, tension and aromatic precision.

Fermentation is minimally guided and can be spontaneous, maintaining a direct link between grape and terroir. Aging on fine lees may be used to add complexity without compromising linearity.

The wine is made from 100% Assyrtiko, Greece’s iconic grape variety, known for its high natural acidity and its ability to clearly express soil character.

The winery does not impose a style but accompanies the wine’s development, avoiding manipulation and allowing its natural identity to emerge.

The result is a precise, vibrant and strongly terroir-driven wine.

Tasting notes

Color: bright lemon yellow with luminous reflections, a clear sign of freshness and youth.

Nose: intense and mineral, with notes of citrus, flint, Mediterranean herbs and a marked saline character.

Palate: tense, vertical and vibrant, with lively acidity, strong sapidity and a long, persistent mineral finish.

Food pairings

Ekho Assyrtiko Santorini 2024 is a highly gastronomic wine, ideal for pairing with seafood dishes and contemporary Mediterranean cuisine. It pairs perfectly with raw fish, oysters, shellfish and delicate seafood preparations.

Its acidity makes it particularly effective with fried dishes, cleansing the palate, while its mineral profile enhances iodine-rich flavors. It also works beautifully with fresh cheeses and vegetarian dishes based on aromatic herbs.

It is a wine that accompanies food with precision without overpowering it, always maintaining balance and definition.

Technical sheet

• Appellation: PDO Santorini
• Grape variety: 100% Assyrtiko
• Vintage: 2024
• Alcohol: 13%
• Type: Dry white wine
• Aging: stainless steel, possible lees contact
• Soil: volcanic
• Serving temperature: 8–10°C
• Contains sulphites

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Ekho Wines: the authentic echo of ancestral vineyards of the Aegean Sea

The history of Ekho Wines

Ekho Wines was born as a visionary project aimed at giving voice back to ancient and forgotten Greek vineyards, transforming agricultural memory into a contemporary wine expression. Founded in 2020 by winemaker Lefteris Anagnostou, the project takes shape across the Aegean islands, particularly Lemnos and Naxos, territories rich in millennia-old winemaking traditions. The core idea is both simple and powerful: to recover historic vineyard plots and restore dignity to indigenous grape varieties at risk of disappearing.

From the very beginning, Ekho Wines stands out for its clear and consistent vision, connecting small local growers with a modern and international narrative of Greek wine. The name “Ekho”, meaning echo, perfectly reflects the mission: to amplify and carry forward the authentic voice of the land. Each wine becomes a living testimony, a liquid story rooted in tradition while looking ahead.

The winery is not driven by global market trends, but by the desire to enhance identity and uniqueness. Production is limited and deeply linked to each vintage, without standardization. This approach makes Ekho Wines a reference for those seeking authenticity and expressive depth.

Ekho Wines is not just a producer, but a guardian of Mediterranean agricultural memory, capable of transforming the past into a contemporary resource of exceptional value.

Vineyard philosophy: heroic viticulture and indigenous varieties

The vineyard philosophy of Ekho Wines is based on heroic, artisanal, and deeply territorial viticulture, where every action is guided by respect for nature. The grapes come exclusively from indigenous Greek varieties, often rare, cultivated on small plots across the Aegean islands.

Many of these vineyards are old, often over 50 years, and trained using traditional methods such as bush vines, perfectly adapted to extreme climatic conditions. In several cases, these are ungrafted vines, offering greater authenticity and aromatic depth.

The soils, often volcanic or sandy, combined with constant sea winds, create unique growing conditions. Yields are naturally low, but the quality and concentration of the grapes are outstanding.

The goal is not to alter nature, but to accompany it, allowing each vineyard to express its own identity freely. This balance between human and environment is the true strength of the Ekho project.

The vineyard becomes a place of memory and expression, where each vine tells a story of resilience and adaptation.

Winemaking approach: minimal intervention, maximum expression

In the cellar, Ekho Wines follows a philosophy consistent with its vineyard practices: minimal intervention and maximum respect for the raw material. Fermentations occur spontaneously, thanks to indigenous yeasts naturally present on the grape skins, avoiding any form of aromatic standardization.

This approach allows for authentic wines, where each vintage expresses itself in a unique and unrepeatable way. Vinification is handled with great care, using different vessels such as stainless steel, used wood, or alternative materials depending on the grape variety and desired style.

Aging is always carefully managed to preserve freshness, tension, and territorial identity, avoiding excessive extraction or invasive techniques. These are not constructed wines, but wines that tell a true story.

The cellar becomes a place of sensitive interpretation, where every decision aims to respect the natural balance of the grapes. This results in limited, detail-oriented, and highly distinctive productions.

The outcome is a range of wines that are vibrant, dynamic, and deeply connected to their origin.

Identity and style: the authentic expression of the Mediterranean

The style of Ekho Wines is immediately recognizable for its energy, salinity, and aromatic precision, perfectly reflecting the Aegean terroir. The wines show a strong mineral imprint, combined with notes of Mediterranean herbs, ripe fruit, and saline hints reminiscent of the sea.

Limited production and the focus on lesser-known indigenous varieties contribute to a distinctive identity, far from international standardization. Each bottle is a pure expression of its origin.

These wines are also highly versatile at the table, thanks to their balance and freshness.

Ekho Wines represents a new vision of Greek wine, capable of combining tradition and modernity in an authentic way.

In an increasingly standardized market, this winery stands out as a unique voice: intense, territorial, and deeply Mediterranean.