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Melissinos White
An innovative blend from Crete that combines two grape varieties: the indigenous Thrapsathiri and the famous French Sauvignon Blanc.
The Thrapsathiri variety is one of Crete’s most important indigenous varieties, often mistakenly considered a relative of Athiri. It is characterized by intense aromas, high acidity, and low alcohol content.
Melissinos White is an exotic wine produced from our mountainous, organically cultivated vineyards. The vineyards benefit from the cool northeasterly winds, creating ideal conditions for the production of fine wines. Melissinos White brings together the two “extremes” of the Cretan harvest: the first and last grape varieties to be harvested.
Ideal for wine connoisseurs who wish to age white wines in their cellar.
GRAPE VARIETIES
70% Thrapsathiri,
30% Sauvignon Blanc
CATEGORY
White, Dry
CLASSIFICATION
P.G.I Crete
BOTTLE
750 ml,
1.5 liters (limited production)
1.5 liters (limited production)
Great with
Fatty fish, white meats with light sauces, pasta with creamy sauces, and moderately spicy cheeses.
AROMA
A distinctive aromatic profile with notes of tropical fruits, orange, melon, and lemon, as well as hints of green spices.
VINIFICATION
Sauvignon Blanc is the first variety to be harvested, usually in early August, while Thrapsathiri is the last, in late September.
Sauvignon Blanc: The grapes undergo cold maceration for a few hours at low temperatures, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 18°C.
Thrapsathiri: 20% of the grapes undergo cold maceration for a few hours and are fermented in stainless steel tanks at 18°C.
After fermentation, the wines are left on their fine lees for one month, with periodic stirring, to enhance their structure and body before blending.
COLOUR
Bright golden with greenish highlights.
PALATE
Subtle notes of butter, with a lovely acidity. Intense, complex, round, and harmonious.
SERVED AT
10-120C
AGEING
1 month on the fine lees
CELLARING
2 months in the underground cellar of our winery
Technical Properties
Alchohol (% vol)
13
Residual sugars (g/L)
2
Total Acidity (g/L tartaric acid)
5.69
Total Sulfur Dioxide SO2 (mg/L)
90
pH
3.44
Certifications
Organic Certification for winemaking and cultivation: 2019-000000018892, issued by DIO (Organization for the Inspection and Certification of Organic Products).
Awards
Silver medal at the 2022 Thessaloniki International Wine and Spirits Competition for the 2021 vintage.
Bronze medal at the 2020 World Wine Awards for the 2019 vintage, with a score of 87 points.
Silver medal at the 2020 Thessaloniki International Wine and Spirits Competition for the 2019 vintage.
Silver medal at the 2019 World Wine Awards for the 2018 vintage, with a score of 92 points.
Bronze medal at the 2016 World Wine Awards for the 2015 vintage, with a score of 87 points.