Anatolikos Vineyards Malagousia Wild White 2022

Grape Varietals & Region:Anatolikos Malagousia Wild White is 99% Malagousia and 1% Assyrtiko.In Avdira city, known from ancient times as the city of Thrace, a struggle began in 2000 to revive famous ancient vineyards. Contributing in this initiative, natolikos Vineyards began farming Greek and foreign grape varieties in 2005. Their vineyards are located on the dry hills of Avdira city with an altitude of 5070 meters and approximately 5 km away from the Thrace Sea. The terrain is sandy with continuous cool northeast winds. Avdiras microclimate contributes decisively in the production of high-quality products.

Taste Profile: Golden-red colour with green shades. Complex and dense nose of Mediterranean herbs, chamomile and wild white flowers, basil and mint. A fruit bomb of grapefruit and lemon citrus, pineapple, yellow peach and complementary subtle notes of granite minerals. The palate has a beautiful balance of excellent flavours, lively acidity, textural mouthfeel and long aftertaste.

Winemaking Process: Harvestby hand in small baskets. Fermentation with wild yeast, resting on lees with periodic battonage for 5 months. One third of the wine ageing in French oak barrels for 3 months. No filtering or any other treatments before bottling. Enjoy within 5 years from vintage.