Wines Samos EOS Samos - Anthemis - 2012

This 2012 Cuvée Anthemis from EOS Samos is a sweet white wine originating from the picturesque Samos appellation within the Greek Aegean Islands. Presented as a “liquoreux” style, this wine is crafted with a focus on natural richness and aromatic intensity. While specific grape details are not confirmed, Samos is internationally renowned for its sweet wines, traditionally made from the Muscat grape, often the Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains variety. The Anthemis cuvée likely showcases an amber-gold hue, reflecting prolonged barrel maturation or oxidative development, which typically imparts complexity with notes of dried fruit, honey, caramel, and spices, balanced by luscious sweetness and vibrant acidity.

The island of Samos benefits from a unique terroir. Its mountainous landscape, ancient schist and granite soils, and proximity to the Aegean Sea create ideal conditions for producing aromatic and concentrated sweet wines. The Mediterranean climate, with long sunshine hours, tempered sea breezes, and limited rainfall, helps grapes to ripen fully while retaining good natural acidity. Samos boasts a winemaking heritage that dates back to antiquity, its sweet muscat wines long prized both locally and internationally.

In terms of food pairing, this Cuvée Anthemis is exquisite as an after-dinner accompaniment or with a cheese course. It beautifully enhances blue cheeses such as Roquefort, Gorgonzola, or the creamy tang of goat’s cheese. For a classic Greek touch, pair it with local desserts like baklava, galaktoboureko, or spoon sweets, where the wine’s honeyed profile interplays with nuts and syrup. Alternatively, it partners gracefully with dishes featuring dried fruit or spiced cakes, and can even highlight the saltiness of roasted almonds.

To fully appreciate its aromatic complexity and balanced sweetness, serve this wine slightly chilled at around 10-12°C. Consider using a dessert wine glass to concentrate its enticing bouquet. Decanting is rarely necessary, but allowing the wine a few minutes in the glass will help it open up and reveal its remarkable character.