Jordan Assyrtiko 2023
By Christian Eedes, 22 February 2024
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Wine grape Assyrtiko is associated with the Greek island of Santorini, where the growing season is hot, dry and windy. Could it work here? The likes of Andrea and Chris Mullineux are inclined to think so, as is Gary Jordan of the eponymous winery in Stellenbosch.
The Jordan 2023 is nothing if not arresting. The nose shows citrus, perhaps a hint of petrol, floral perfume and fynbos. The palate has a dense core of fruit and absolutely ripping acidity, the finish long and pithy (alc: 13.5%). It’s tightly wound and wonderfully focused and suggests that this variety could become more commonplace soon. Price: R275 a bottle.
CE’s rating: 93/100.
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Mike Froud of Top Wine SA | 22 February 2024
Where can you buy Jordan’s Assyrtiko? Apparently not available ex-cellar…
Christian Eedes | 22 February 2024
Hi Mike, The wine was shown a the farm’s annual harvest lunch for trade and media. I’m advised that stock was allocated to boutique wine shops and restaurants in both Cape Town and Gauteng – it still seems to be on the winelist at Waterfront restaurant Den Anker.
Mike Froud of Top Wine SA | 22 February 2024
Jordan Assyrtiko 2023 found at the ‘Wine Concepts’ store in Newlands…
Christian Eedes | 23 February 2024
Thanks, Mike. I do sometimes wonder if any of the retailers read this site…
Wayne | 27 February 2024
Will be getting some at Furny’s Fine Wines Chapmans Peak Noordhoek🍷