First produced in 1880 by the Kaloyannis brothers in Constantinople, the increasingly successful business moved to the Athenian port of Piraeus in 1919. The brothers produced various styles of ouzo, but the one preferred by connoisseurs came from barrel number 12. So, as the legend goes, No. 12 Ouzo was born. It became the best-known, […]
Tsiouro is a pure grape distillate, similar to the Italian Grappa. It is made every autumn following the grape harvest. After the grapes are pressed to produce wine, there are “leftovers” in the wine press: The crushed grape skins, seeds, pulp and stems are then distilled to produce a strong spirit. The name Tsipouro is […]
RETSINA TETRAMYTHOS (ORGANIC) A new concept in Retsina, from one of the top producers in Greece … Forget old conceptions about Retsina – this is delicate, herby certainly with pine flavours, but fruity and moreish. The secret lies in their use of superior roditis grapes, organically cultivated, fermented in traditional clay jars (pitharia) from Crete […]
Ever since, the art of wine-making, distilling, ageing and blending creates the unique Metaxa style. 7 Stars had a mature fruit character revealing intense notes of noble muscat nourished by the sun of the Aegean Islands. Enjoy neat or on the rocks. Features Limited Edition Gift Set with 2 Branded Tumblers Fruity character Greek brandy […]
METAXA 7* is a very sophisticated member of the METAXA family. Its bottle is inspired by ancient Greek vases, called ‘Amphorae’, which were used to carry wines and spirits. Wine distillates aged up to 7 years give METAXA7* a spirit of distinction, with a gold colour and a full-bodied, raisiny, sweet taste.A self-confident spirit! Enjoy […]
This is what Santorini tastes like ! Impressive for its age green-yellow color in the glass. Rich, intense nose full of lime, lemon zest and ripe grapefruit with hints of chamomile and apricot jam. The flint is present from the beginning to the end while honey, fresh leaves, nuts, toast, tobacco and sweet spices gradually […]
Kefalonia in your glass! A wine from the local variety, dry Kefalonian Mavrodaphne. Dark, almost black wine with intense, multi red fruit aromas with hints of licorice and wild mint. Rich, complex and impressive in the mouth with soft, rounded tannins and a very long and pleasant aftertaste. Features Gentilini Eclipse 2014 Dry red wine […]
Metaxa uses distilled wines that have been aged for at least 7 years. The result is a high quality brandy that is full-bodied and rather sweet. Features Strength / ABV : 40% Size – 5cl / 50ml Packaging : Glass Country / Region : Greece
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