Gaia Thalassitis Assyrtiko 2022
Santorini, Greece • classic
Lemon peel, smoke, and crushed seashells with bracing acidity.
Chicken Gyros
grilled • pita • tzatziki
Also known as: greek gyros, gyro pita
About the Dish
Chicken Gyros is a greek grilled that leans on grilled, pita, tzatziki. We look for bottles that respect the texture and seasoning without drowning the dish.
Our goal: keep the grilled feel intact while adding lift from Santorini Assyrtiko.
Top Pour: Santorini Assyrtiko
Greek wine with Greek food: mineral acidity cuts through tzatziki richness.
Body: mediumAcidity: highSweetness: dry
Why it works
- Minerality mirrors charred tortillas and sesame oil drizzle.
- Laser acidity resets palate between avocado and mayo richness.
Signature aromas
lemon peelsea saltsmoke
Bottle inspiration
Pairing Playbook
- Minerality mirrors charred tortillas and sesame oil drizzle.
- Laser acidity resets palate between avocado and mayo richness.
- Avoid: heavy oaked reds, sweet wines.
Solid Alternates
Rueda — Body: lightRueda — Acidity: highRueda — Sweetness: dryMarlborough — Body: lightMarlborough — Acidity: highMarlborough — Sweetness: dry
FAQ
- What wine pairs best with Chicken Gyros?
- Santorini Assyrtiko is our first pour because Greek wine with Greek food: mineral acidity cuts through tzatziki richness..
- Are there budget-friendly alternatives for Chicken Gyros?
- If Santorini Assyrtiko is out of reach, grab Rueda Verdejo—it shares the same structure and keeps the food in focus.
- Which wines should I avoid with Chicken Gyros?
- Skip styles like heavy oaked reds, sweet wines—they fight the seasoning or overwhelm the dish.
- What if I want a non-alcoholic pairing for Chicken Gyros?
- Try sparkling water with a citrus twist, chilled oolong tea, or verjus spritzes—they mirror acidity without the alcohol.
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