Malagousia, "Microcosmos", Dom. Zafeirakis
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Organic

Malagousia, "Microcosmos", Dom. Zafeirakis - 2023

Item # 46501 750mL

From 20 year-old vines grown on sand and clay, this is a medium-bodied, textured expression of Malagousia. Fermented with indigenous yeast, this has a slight effervescence when first opened, and is aromatic with white and yellow stone fruit. Pair this dry white with a classic chicken souvlaki.
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Color
White
Vintage
2023
Country
Greece
Region
Central
Sub-Region
Thessaly
Producer
Dom. Zafeirakis
Grape Variety
Malagousia
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Production Methods

Organic

Organic

Certified Organic

Wine made from grapes grown without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers and herbicides in the vineyard. Certified in the country of origin.

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Staff Pick Notes

If you’re into powerfully aromatic whites like Gerwurztraminer, Viognier, and Zibibbo (aka air freshener wines), you should get to know Greece’s Malagousia. It’s hard to fathom that the grape was almost extinct until it was rediscovered in the seventies. Now, thankfully, it’s grown all over Greece. Domaine Zafeirikis has been family owned and operated for 4 generations. The domaine is now run by Christos Zafeirikis who returned to the estate after completing his oenology masters at the University of Turin. He converted to organic farming in 2005. As soon as you pour the Microcosmos Malagousia, you’ll be seduced by the pungent aromas of peaches and roses. The palate is brisk and has good weight. It truly outdrinks its modest price point. Ideal with grilled octopus.

- CP

Glossary

Malagousia

Pronounced "mah lah gou ZYA", this Greek varietal is making a return from the brink of extinction. This intensely aromatic grape variety makes elegant, full-bodied white wines possessing aromas of exotic spices and fruits. If you like Viognier or Muscat, Malagousia is the grape for you.

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