Aidani
White wine grape variety
Also known as Aidani Aspro
Aidani is a white wine grape with signature aromas of white peach, jasmine, citrus blossom. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Fiano and Assyrtiko.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for jasmine/white-peach profile that softens the sharper Santorini frame.
- Check acidity as moderate-fresh, not as severe as pure Assyrtiko (#726).
Confidence signals
- Floral stone-fruit aromatic profile
- Medium body with moderate-fresh acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Santorini · Cyclades · Paros
- Classic styles: Aromatic Aegean white often in Santorini blends · Medium-bodied white with floral-stone fruit profile
Common questions
Is Aidani a red or white grape variety?
Aidani is a white wine grape variety.
What does Aidani smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Aidani include white peach, jasmine and citrus blossom. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Aidani?
Documented tells for Aidani: Look for jasmine/white-peach profile that softens the sharper Santorini frame. and Check acidity as moderate-fresh, not as severe as pure Assyrtiko (#726)..
What is Aidani most often confused with in blind tasting?
Aidani is most commonly confused with Fiano, Assyrtiko and Malagousia. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Aidani grown?
Classic regions for Aidani include Santorini, Cyclades and Paros.