Tsikrikonis 2023 Malagousia

From northern Macedonia, Tsikrikonis lies at the feet of Mount Symbolo in Kavala, at an altitude of up to 350 meters and just 3 kilometers from the Aegean Sea. Malagousia was a nearly extinct variety, saved from extinction and  revived in the 1970s in Macedonia.  Grown all over Greece today, it stands out for its finesse, balance and aromatic qualities. Whether used in blends or as a single varietal, the grape produces wines of medium alcohol content, with an exceptionally expressive nose and aromas of flowers (rose), white-flesh fruits (pears, peach), herbs (thyme, sage) and citrus fruits (lemon, orange, grapefruit). Fuller bodied and round, it's frequently blended with Assyrtiko to tame it. A mountain meadow nose of white flowers and pine forest floor with a juicy citrus salad palate. An excellent warm weather white to pair with cheeses, creamy pastas, roast pork, chicken and grilled fish. -Giselle Hamburg