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Acritas Wines is a wine venture created by two frontier-born Greeks
(“Akrites”), focused on heroic viticulture. It seeks to explore the
mountainous terroir of Samos and its local grape variety, the Muscat
blanc à petits grains.

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About us

Philosophy & vision

Vineyards

Terraces

Bushvines

Schist

The wines

About us

The Latin word ācritās describes a fascinating semantic spectrum that
begins in the realm of matter and reaches the subtlest dimensions of the
spirit. On a physical level, it denotes the sharpness of a taste, the acidity or
the clean edge of an object. Yet the word transforms when it touches the
human sphere, symbolizing mental alertness and the vividness of character.
In Greek language, the word Akritas is not merely a title, but a geographical
and existential designation. Just as ācritās conveys edge and intensity, the
Akritas is the one who lives “on the edge,” at the threshold where motherland
ends and the unknown begins.


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Philosophy & vision

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Our dedication to the land and to sustainability lies at the heart of our
philosophy. Guided by the principles of regenerative organic farming and with deep respect for biodiversity, we care for each vineyard as a living ecosystem — balanced, vibrant, and sustainable. On the steep, mountainous slopes, where cultivation demands courage and precision, we embrace the tradition ofheroic viticulture. The revival of these forgotten hillsides is for us both a responsibility and a source of inspiration.
Our wines reflect an ongoing exploration of the terroir. By listening closely to the land and working with the least possible intervention, we seek above all to express the authentic character of the place.
This is our commitment: to protect the land, to reveal its truth, and to craft wines that speak clearly of their origin and of the
hands that shaped them.

The wines

dry white wine
grape variety

100% Muscat o Samos

Four vineyards compose the winery’s first label. Planted on the northern slopes of Mount Ampelos, at an altitude of 480–700 meters, between the villages of Vourliotes and Stavrinides.

The schist soils impart a distinctive personality to the wine, where aromas of white blossoms and citrus fruits prevail. Itstands out for its vibrant acidity and freshness, balancing masterfully with structure and volume.

dry white wine

Single vineyard

grape variety

100% Muscat of Samos

The name of this wine is inspired by the 620 steps that
connect the terraces of this unique vineyard site—steps weclimb countless times as we scale its steep slopes to cultivate it exclusively by hand.

This “heroic viticulture” is reflected in the wine’s character: low yields and gentle farming practices result in rareconcentration. On the nose, aromas of stone fruits prevail,accompanied by a profound mineral sensation. Its balancedacidity harmoniously complements a rich, textured palate,revealing an elegant complexity.

DRY SEMISPARKLING WHITE WINE

Pet nat

grape variety

100% Muscat of Samos

On the edges of our vineyard, where old dry-stone walls protect the land, the white lily, L. candidum, emerges each year. Known since
antiquity as “Leirion”—the flower-symbol of absolute purity—this wild blossom lends its name to our Pét-Nat.

A period of aging on the lees in the bottle grants it a captivating complexity. This semisparkling Muscat reveals an explosive nose,
where fresh grape meets white-fleshed peach and tropical fruits. On the palate, lively effervescence and refreshing acidity create a
sensation of pure freshness, while the long finish leaves a delightful, fruit-driven aftertaste.

Let’s talk!

Samos Greece, 83100.
+30 6972514859
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