{"title":"MALAGOUSIA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Malagousia Grape Variety available at Hic!\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/GrapeBanner2_718c824c-630e-42e6-913a-ef908aedfd63.jpg?v=1705495943\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalagousia is the quintessence of the modern renaissance of the New Wines of Greece witnessed in the last twenty years. It is the personification of the way Greek wine producers are rediscovering their potential. In the 1970s, Malagousia was a white variety known to very few and thought to be extinct. Today, after painstaking work from university professors and top growers, Malagousia is widely considered a world class grape, producing outstanding dry whites, as well as a few dazzling sweet examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalagousia makes wines that are medium pale, lemon green in color while the nose is very intense and highly expressive, showing hints of peaches, green bell pepper, fresh herbs and flowers. On the palate, it is round, full but always fresh, with moderately high levels of alcohol. Sweet versions are made with late harvest grapes as they are even more dense and more aromatic. Most of Malagousia wines are vinified in inert vats such as stainless steel tanks, preserving their attractive aromatic character. Some examples are fermented and matured in oak barrels enhancing their complexity and rich character. It is a grape believed to originate from the west part of Central Greece (Aitoloakarnania) and known mainly for its use in the production of sweet wines. Today it has spread throughout mainland Greece but also on various islands, such as Rhodes and Paros.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalagousia is a hugely successful variety, widely acclaimed around the world. Its wines are grand examples of aromatic whites, full of vibrancy and complexity. When dry, it can be an exquisite match to greens, salads and even artichokes, a famous “wine killer.” Sweet wines are finely paired with fruit desserts. Surprisingly, dry Malagousia can age in the bottle for four years or more while sweet wines need four to seven years to unfold their potential and indeed keep well beyond that.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"alpha-estate-malagouzia-turtles-single-vineyard","title":"Alpha Estate Malagouzia Turtles Single Vineyard 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlpha Estate's Malagouzia grapes (pronounced Mah-lah-gou-ZYA) come from a single vineyard site, known as \"Turtles\" because it is a nesting site for the local turtle population. The wine spends two months on its fine lees or \"sur lie\" imparting a creamy texture and added complexity to the final wine. A strong and lively nose of grapefruit, nectarine and hints of almond blossom. This richly textured wine is very flavoursome, has superb length, balance and plenty of finesse. 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Beautifully refined on the palate which is characterised by richness, harmony and a bright lemony finish. 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They were handpicked in late August and early September and underwent fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks, before being bottled unoaked. The result is a wine which perfectly marries the rich stone fruit and floral flavours of Malagouzia with the acidity and minerality of Assyrtiko, which adds freshness and complexity to the finish.[#intro]A perfect marriage between the rich stone fruit flavours of Malagouzia \u0026amp; the minerality of Assyrtiko...[\/intro] \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thymiopoulos Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23395721183290,"sku":"A24THYMIOPOULOSWHITE-1","price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/WhiteBottle_b37292b7-0043-4a7b-8b2d-24896c98396b.jpg?v=1638718974"},{"product_id":"muses-estate-a-muse-white","title":"Muses Estate A.Muse White 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Muses Estate 'A.Muse' White is made from 100% Malagouzia grapes grown on the slopes of the Valley of the Muses at the foot of Mt. Helicon. 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