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Explore our Greek varieties
White grape with the power of a red. Definitely the global ambassador of Greek varieties. Salty, flinty, mouthwatering, full-bodied, high in alcohol. Aromas that bring lemons, green plums, and broken sea-shells to mind. Born on the island of Santorini, but thrives all around Greece.
Grown in Northern Greece, with Naoussa considered as its hometown. A capricious variety that needs to be handled with respect. The wines are characterised by their acidity and tannin, with aromas that remind us of strawberries, plums, sour cherries, tomato paste, and black olives.
Traditionally grown in the Peloponnese and on the island of Cephalonia. Legend has it was named after some particularly pretty girl with dark features. Makes famous sweet wines, but is recently being vinified in a dry version. The wine shows aromas of black cherry, prunes, asian spices and laurel or sage. Ages beautifully. Really distinctive.
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