(Decanter) - The Greek grape variety Assyrtiko has been planted for the first time on Australian soil. Peter Barry, of Clare Valley winery Jim Barry Wines, has planted vines on half a hectare of land at the winery’s Lodge Hill property. He first came across Assyrtiko on visits to the grape’s native island of Santorini, where it ‘immediately stood out as a variety suited to the modern Australian palate,’ he said. ‘The fresh, crisp acidic qualities of the wine are perfect accompaniments to contemporary Australian food.’