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Pale amber in color. Aromas of white flowers, tropical lychee, and quince. Dry and refreshing on the palate with...
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All great Moscato comes from Northern Italy and VOGA Moscato is no exception. Aromas and flavors of spiced peach,...
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With its fragrant aromas of orange blossom and citrus, our Moscato displays lightly sweet flavors with notes of Fuji...
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Bottled with a bit of a spritz, the fine bubbles carry the honeysuckle and rich, golden apple flavors. Slightly...
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$13.09
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This [yellow tail] Pink Moscato is everything a great wine should be – zingy, refreshing and easy to drink. Zingy...
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G.D. Vajra Langhe Freisa Kye 2013
750ml - Case of 6
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$44.90
The 2013 Langhe Freisa Kyè is remarkably polished and, dare I say, elegant, in this vintage. The bombastic style of...
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Giuseppe Mascarello Langhe Freisa Toetto 2016
750ml - Case of 12
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$52.74
The 2016 Giuseppe Mascarello & Figlio Freisa Langhe Toetto is still very young and austere, and unless one has...
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Giuseppe Mascarello Langhe Freisa Toetto 2018
750ml - Case of 6
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$65.45
Colour: Deep ruby-red.
Nose: Varietal, spicy.
Taste: Dry, characteristic, good body with a lot of tannins.
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Giuseppe Rinaldi Langhe Freisa 2022
750ml - Case of 12
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$50.81
The 2022 Langhe Freisa is a rich, sturdy wine that deals with the challenges of the year quite well. It marries the...
Other Italian Reds Malagousia Muscat Xinomavro 750ml
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.
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Greek Wines
Ancient Greek Wines – A Brief History of Wine in Greece
The Myth of Dionysus, Greek God of Wine
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One of the most widely grown and easily recognized wine grape varietals in the world is the Muscat, an ancient grape with an exceptional amount of versatility. For centuries, Muscat varietal grapes have been used all over Europe for the production of wonderfully fruity wines of many different shades and colors, which, with their strong 'grapey' flavor have come to be known as a quintessential fine wine grape. Their relatively high acidity also means they are ideal for the production of sparkling wines, and the fizzy Muscat wines of Italy are widely agreed to be amongst the best in the world. In more recent years, New World countries have shown a huge amount of flair when it comes to the Muscat grape, and have had plenty of success in allowing its natural and vibrant character to come through in the bottle.
Xinomavro is the predominant grape varietal of Macedonia, although it is also grown in many parts of Greece where the climatic conditions are suitable for this particular fruit. The names translates as 'acid black', which gives some clue as to the nature of this varietal. The grapes are renowned for their high tannin content, which is a result of the thick and blue-black skins found on the fruit. This particular characteristic results in a superb aging potential in wines made from the Xinomavro varietal, as time spent in barrels softens these strong, astringent tannins and allows the full range of their flavors to come through in the wine. Most commonly, Xinomavro grapes are associated with aromas of red gooseberry, spices, olives and dried fruit, such as dried tomato.