Garalis Retsina of Lemnos Rose, 500ml
£10.99
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Garalis Retsina of Lemnos Rose, 500ml
£10.99
Description
The Garalis winery creates a wonderful rosé Retsina of mild vinification, from the Muscat of Alexandria (90%) and Limnio (10%) varieties. The retsina has a pink color with orange highlights. On the nose, aromas of orange, rose, sage, thyme with pine being constantly present. Moderate plus volume on the palate, with lively acidity and lasting aftertaste.
At a glance
Grape
Limnio, Muscat of Lemnos, Muscat of Alexandria
Region
Aegean Islands
Vintage
2021
ABV
12.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Grapes
Limnio & Muscat of Lemnos & Muscat of Alexandria
Limnio is one of the oldest named grape varieties in Greece, believed by wine historians to be the 'Lemnia' grape described by Aristotle as the source of the famous red wine of ancient Lemnos. Grown today mainly in northern Greece, particularly around Halkidiki and Thrace, it produces moderately coloured, elegant reds with fresh herbal notes, red berry fruit and silky tannins.
Producer
Winemaker Manolis Garalis is a third generation wine grower on the volcanic island Lemnos in the North Aegean sea, who established his own winery in 2006. With his family - wife and two children - he works dedicated and specialized with the two local grapes of the island, Muscat of Alexandria and Limnio. The grapes are grown certified organic in volcanic soils.