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Fruity and pungent, aromas of overripe mango, bruised strawberries, and golden pineapple dominate the nose. Intense...
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MONOGRAPH ASSYRTIKO captures a multileveled manner, which can be achieved with this Greek variety, when it is...
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With abundant aromas of honey suckle, stone fruit, apricot, and tropical fruit, our Viognier is pleasantly balanced...
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Moon Harbour is a French Single Malt Whisky, 100% made in Bordeaux from barley grown in the region. Aged for over 3...
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Look: Deep golden amber. Taste: Smooth, with limits of honey and malt. Finish: Pleasantly long, persistent, slightly...
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The limestone soil and the unique microclimate of the region produces wine with a very clean and crisp profile with...
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Bold is a journey that leads you down the unexplored, unchartered terrains of Goa. It offers you a slice of its...
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With deep golden hues, this limited Paul John Christmas Edition is from the tropical shores of Goa along the west...
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Their fourth annual release has a beautifully fruity nose, bursting with red currant, plump raisin, orange peel,...
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An incredible whisky. Espresso beans, cocoa nibs, red plum, fennel seed, and a hint of peaty smoke fill the nose....
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Intensely deep and aromatic on the nose, with earthy notes of mocha, molasses, caramelized plum, savory green herbs,...
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This is a big, bold expression with an effusive nose of candied seaweed, warm campfire embers, baked barley cake, and...
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Blender Aista Jukneviciute finishes Celt in peated Islay quarter casks that enable the sooty charcoal smoke and...
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This rather good after-dinner dram is finished in peated Islay whisky casks. It is not a peated Welsh whisky, but...
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Subtle, well-judged port cask influence integrates well with the Penderyn spirit to produce an entrancing whisky....
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The nose is alluring with almost a cotton candy note of barley sugar, pure vanilla, and only the faintest hints of...
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Lush, captivating, exotic nose with aromas of vineyard peach, ripe apricots, herbs, and sweet pears. Robust...
Assyrtiko Malagousia Other Whiskey Viognier 750ml
Cultivated since at least the middle of the Byzantine era, the Assyrtiko grape is generally considered to be one the finest of the Greek grape varietals, as a result of its multi-purpose properties and ability to flourish on a wide range of terrains. The ancient Byzantines used it in conjunction with Aidani and Athiri grapes for the production of their unusual and naturally sweet Vinsanto wines, which are still produced today in Santorini, and continue to be popular. However, the Assyrtiko grapes are used for many different AOC wines across Greece, and are favored by wine makers who want to maintain a dryness and acidic punch to their produce.
The Assyrtiko grapes are renowned for their ability to maintain their acidity as they ripen beneath the blazing Mediterranean sun, resulting in wines which have a distinctive dryness and a range of citrus fruit aromas, as well as great structure and high tannins. Often, Assyrtiko grapes will produce wines which leave an unusual after-taste reminiscent of the mineral rich, volcanic soils they are grown in on the slopes of Santorini, making them a favorite for wine drinkers looking for something full of character and interesting attributes. The past twenty five years have seen Assyrtiko vines planted all over the Greek mainland, and even in Attica and Macedonia, where the softer terrain often produces more fruit forward wines with a milder, less astringent character. However, wherever this fine grape varietal is grown, it is rare the results will be anything less than excellent.
Additional Information on Greek Wines
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Ancient Greek Wines – A Brief History of Wine in Greece
The Myth of Dionysus, Greek God of Wine
What is Retsina?
If you're looking for a Greek white wine packed full of interesting character and a wide range of unique and surprising aromas, then the wines made from the Malagousia grape varietal are unlikely to disappoint. Although this grape is said to have originated in and around Nafpaktos, in Western Greece, it is now most commonly grown, cultivated and processed in Greek Macedonia, where it is used to make high quality white wines of a highly aromatic nature. Indeed, Malagousia is renowned for producing wines which are full of unusual aromas, with many wines holding traces of jasmine, mint, citrus and exotic fruits, and occasionally a whole lot more.
It was the famous Greek wine maker Gerovassiliou who was said to be the first to experiment with the Malagousia grapes, which were previously used mainly by smallholders and families to produce simple house wines. Gerovassiliou recognized that Malagousia had the potential and the characteristics necessary for producing excellent quality wines, and before long, vineyards were being planted across Macedonia, the Peloponnese and Attica. Today, wines made with the Malagousia grapes tend to be full bodied, with a noticeable tannin content elegantly interplaying with the mellow, medium acidity of the wine. Such roundness allows all of these interesting and exciting flavors and aromas come forth, making for a truly fascinating and unique wine.
Additional Information on Greek Wines
Greek Wines
Ancient Greek Wines – A Brief History of Wine in Greece
The Myth of Dionysus, Greek God of Wine
What is Retsina?
Although primarily associated with the Rhone region of France, the precise origins of the Viognier grape variety are unknown, and the subject of much debate. However, these fine and delicate green skinned grapes are an important varietal for many of France's most elegant white wines, and they are quickly beginning to spread around the New World, too, where wineries are discovering their unique qualities and unusual character. Viognier grapes are notoriously difficult to grow, due to the fact they are highly susceptible to mildew, but wineries persevere with them nonetheless, producing wines which are highly aromatic and have a great, fruit-forward character. Their delicate aroma suggests sweetness due to its flowery, sappy nature, but the wine itself generally very dry and crisp, and full of summery, light and refined qualities.