Ktima Gerovassiliou, Epanomi (Greece) Malagousia 2021

 Malagousia is an aromatic white grape that is reminiscent of Viognier, Albariño or dry Muscat wines.  It was nearly extinct in the 1970’s when Professor of Oenology Vassilis Logothetis found it growing in west central Greece.  One of his students, Vangelis Gerovassiliou, began to experiment with it to great success, and today Malagousia is planted throughout Greece.  Ktima Gerovassiliou Malagousia, however, remains the benchmark by which others are measured.  The 2021 Gerovassiliou Malagousia is drawn from vines in Epanomi, just outside the city of Thessaloniki in northern Greece.  It is an enchanting sensory experience with an expressive bouquet of peach, ripe apple and tropical fruits enhanced by linden flower, herb and citrus peel hints.  The flavors are exotic and appealing with the luscious peach and tropical fruits backed by a rich texture and delicate floral, herb and citrus peel tones.