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, […]
Wonderful full characterful white made from 100 year-old ungrafted assyrtiko vines in a monastery’s vineyard. Assyrtiko is Greece’s finest white with a seam of fruit acidity that gives it life and longevity. Cultivated organically since 1979. Features From the prize-winning, organic PDO Hatzidakis estate in Sanotrini full and characterful medium dry white assyrtiko grape – […]
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 […]
METAXA 12 Stars reveals the unique talent of the Metaxa Master and his devotion to delivering supreme smoothness and quality. Embracing fine wine distillates matured in oak casks for up to 12 years and Muscat wines selected exclusively from the semi-mountainous, terraced vineyards of Samos, METAXA 12 stars glows with a radiant amber color flecked […]
Protected Geographical Indication “Letrini”, Dry red wine (750 ml & 375 ml). This delicious wine is produced using Refosco and Mavrodaphne grapes. It is distinguished by its deep red colour, the perfumes of red fruits, with hints of chocolate and coffee, in harmony with the vanilla and cinnamon from the wood. With a medium, but […]
An attractive mix of two local Cretan varieties. The naturally sweet ripe-tasting flavour is reminiscent of good village Rhône. Kotsifali, aromatic and generous, blends well with the smaller-berried mandilaria which contributes colour and backbone. It’s a great authentically Cretan match. Features From the prize-winning Karavitakis estate in Crete made with two local Cretan grape varieties […]
The most awarded wine of the region: Decanter World Wine Awards awarded the 2013 vintage Silver and the 2011 vintage Silver; and the Bronze for 2014. Melon and ginger spice decorate this lively wine, along with notes of roses, blood oranges and bergamot; with the uplifting acidity cleansing the palate. Great with deserts, spicey foods. […]
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