Verdea 23 Dry White Wine 750ml

Verdea is a traditional multi-varietal white wine, produced on Zakynthos, an Ionian island in western Greece, which was under Venetian rule for centuries. Its name comes from Venetian influence, from the Italian word "verde" meaning "green," referring to the green color of almost unripe grapes, used to increase the wine's acidity. Verdea first appeared in the early 19th century and became synonymous with the island's later winemaking history. Despite Zakynthos' small size, dozens of indigenous vine varieties have been cultivated there for decades. A typical testament is a poem from 1601 that lists 34 varieties in a few lines, most of which survive to this day! However, the name Verdea does not refer to a grape variety, but to a type of wine.

Category: Dry Wine

Region / Vineyards: Lagopodo Zakynthos

Varieties: Skiadopoulo, Pavlos, Goustolidi, White Robola

Vinification / Maturation: Pre-fermentation extraction in a controlled environment, alcoholic fermentation at graded temperatures. "Surlie" maturation for 4 months with periodic stirring. Matures for 6 months in French oak barrels.

Tasting Characteristics: Organoleptically, in the nose, we covered aromas of lemon blossoms, citrus fruits, bergamot, jasmine, and white fruits. The palette is complemented by sweet notes of vanilla, sweet spices, and peppery ginger. In the mouth, it pleasantly surprises with its acidity. Its interest as a white wine, its rare aging potential, and its ability to continuously evolve in the bottle.

Aging Potential: Ready to drink. For maximum results, store it in the bottle for 5-7 years.

Food Pairing: Perfectly pairs with fish, white meats, pasta, and cheeses.

Serving Temperature: 12.5°C

Alcohol: 12.5%