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The Alexakis 2023 Vidiano Orange is made with 30 days of skin contact, resulting in a deep off-gold color that veers toward pale amber but stops short of true orange-wine intensity. Sourced from estate-owned vineyards in the Agios Thomas region of Heraklion at 550 meters above sea level, the native Vidiano grape benefits from cooler nighttime temperatures that help preserve freshness, despite the island’s warm climate. Aromas of marzipan, bitter orange, orange peel, wax and Sicilian candied fruit emerge from the glass. The palate shows more fruit weight than expected, with a pleasant phenolic bitterness that frames the wine without overwhelming it. Fermented with indigenous yeasts in old oak barrels and made with minimal intervention, the wine offers a distinctive expression of skin-contact Vidiano. Production is limited to 2,000 bottles.
Vidiano is a white grape variety native to the Greek island of Crete, where it thrives in the island's warm climate and limestone-rich soils. It produces wines that are aromatic, full-bodied, and expressive of their Mediterranean terroir. Vidiano wines typically exhibit flavors of ripe peach, apricot, tropical fruits, and aromatic herbs, with a hint of minerality. They are medium to full-bodied with moderate acidity, often showcasing a slightly oily texture that adds to their richness. What makes Vidiano unique is its rarity and exclusivity; it is primarily grown on Crete and used both in single-varietal wines and blends. The grape's ability to ripen fully in the island's hot climate while maintaining freshness contributes to its appeal among wine enthusiasts seeking unique expressions of Mediterranean white wines. Vidiano pairs well with grilled fish, seafood pasta, and dishes featuring aromatic herbs, offering a taste of Crete in every sip.
Country
Greece
As one of the oldest wine producing countries in the world, Greece has millenia of experience and expertise when it comes to viticulture, and has developed a set of flavors and characteristics which are found nowhere else on earth. The ancient Greeks revered and deified wine, and were the first true innovators in the history of wine, adding everything from seawater to honey and spices in order to find exciting new taste combinations and aromas. Today, Greek wines are just as varied, although far more refined and sophisticated than their ancient counterparts. The practice of enhancing Greek wines with aromatic substances never left the country, though, as can be seen in the popular Retsina wines, which use pine resin to provide their unique taste and aroma combinations. There is far more to Greek wine than merely Retsina, however, and the vast variety on offer is a testament to the expertise of Greek wineries making the most of the wonderful climate, terrain and grape varietals they work with.
Region
Crete
WA88pts
Wine Advocate
The Alexakis 2023 Vidiano Orange is made with 30 days of skin contact, resulting in a deep off-gold color that veers toward pale amber but stops short of true orange-wine intensity. Sourced from estate-owned vineyards in the Agios Thomas region of Heraklion at 550 meters above sea level, the native Vidiano grape benefits from cooler nighttime temperatures that help preserve freshness, despite the island's warm climate. Aromas of marzipan, bitter orange, orange peel, wax and Sicilian candied fruit emerge from the glass. The palate shows more fruit weight than expected, with a pleasant phenolic bitterness that frames the wine without overwhelming it. Fermented with indigenous yeasts in old oak barrels and made with minimal intervention, the wine offers a distinctive expression of skin-contact Vidiano. Production is limited to 2,000 bottles.
