Zacharias Assyrtiko, 2021 burgundy Francois Massoc

Francois Massoc

one of the smaller ones in Italy

and Parellada

The high proportion of Altesse and the presence of Mondeuse is unusual in a Montagnieu sparkling--most are Chardonnay-heavy--this is indicative of Peillot's emphasis on these two local varieties in his wines

and minimal intervention in the winery

Zacharias Assyrtiko, 2021 burgundy Francois MassocLemon verbena, yellow flowers, lemon on a sleek + fresh nose. Hints of honeyed notes are flooded with citrus on a sleek, salted crystal palate full of shells and saline. 100% Assyrtiko fermented in Stainless Steel. Zacharias is one of the oldest winemaking families of Nemea, founded by Elias Zacharias, an agronomist by trade. Bottling wine since 2002, the winery has quickly been recognized and awarded for producing delicious, well balanced wine.