FLOGOINOS WHITE - MALAGOUZIA

DRY WHITE WINE - PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION OF THESSALONIKI

Harvest in circulation 2015

Alcoholic strength of 13% Vol.

From grapes of the Greek variety Malagouzia cultivated in vineyards in Nea Mesimvria, Thessaloniki.

Pre-fermentation extraction controlled alcoholic fermentation by staying on its lees for a few months, gaining in structure and body.

Malagouzia : An old Greek veriety that threatened to disappear. It has a strong and complex aromatic character with a rich flavor. The fragrance of the nose is distinguished by soft aromas with floral (peach, pear, melon, lime grapefruit). It can give wines of high alcoholic strenght, moderate acidity, with a pleasant fruity aftertaste.

Characteristics : Color bright glossy green with yellow shades. Bright bouquet of ripe fruits. Delicate mouth with refreshing acidity  and balanced finish. Served at 8-10 oC and in a small glass of tulip shape for young, white wines. It accompanies ideal salads, appetizers and the first dishes of a meal. It blends harmoniously with pies, pasta, cheese crepes, chicken and pork with white sauces or in Asian version with sweet sauces. Ideal for aperitifs or to harmonize a meal, accompanying cheeses and seasonal fruits.

Distinctions : SILVER medal at the International Decanter World Awards in 2011

GOLD medal at the International Wine Competition in Brussels in 2009

SILVER medal at the Organic Agriculture Wine Cometition organized by DIO in Athens in 2008

SILVER medal at the Thessaloniki International Wine Competition in 2007