Alpha Malagouzia Single Vineyard Turtles, 2023, 13.5%, 0.75 L
Classification – dry white wine, PGI Florina.
Varietal Composition - Malagouzia 100%.
Vineyard - "Turtles" situated at an altitude of 620-710 m, facing mount Voras, sandy – sandy clay soil over limestone of excellent drainage.
Vinification - destemming, optical grape sorting and light crushing. Skin contact, controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks with cooling jackets, maintenance of wine “sur lies” for two months with regular stirring.
Eye - brilliantly, light yellow in color with greenish tints.
Nose - strong and lively nose, typical Malagouzia, suggesting rose petal with floral aromas and sweet spices, melon, litchi with a note of honeysuckle.
Palate - round and mellow on the palate, fat but balanced, high in alcohol with plenty of finesse. Well structured, reminding the nose aromas with a hint of rosemary. A richly textured wine with superb length and balance. A classy wine with long finish and persistent aromas.
Pairing Suggestions - excellently married with green salads, baked vegetables, pasta, low fat fishes and a wide variety of Greek sea food "Meze".
Best served at 11 °C.