Domaine Porto Carras, the biggest organic vineyard in Greece, first revived the varieties Malagousia, Assyrtiko and Limnio in the late ‘60s.

Wine Type
Dry White, P.G.I. Sithonia
Varietal Composition: 60% Malagousia, 30% Assyrtiko,
10% Limnio

Organoleptic Characteristics
Bright. Complex nose with characteristic aromas of
citrus fruits, white-fleshed fruits, acacia flowers, chamomile,
hazelnut, toasted bread, and white pepper.
Full-bodied and complex in taste,
with a long aftertaste.

Viticultural Characteristics
Vineyard altitude: 100-150m
Soil: Clay-loamy
Organic cultivation

Vinification
The white varieties, Malagousia and Assyrtiko, undergo
pre-fermentation maceration at low temperatures and
white vinification, while Limnio is vinified as “blanc de
noir” in stainless steel tanks using special yeasts at low
temperatures. The wine remains for 9 months in new
French oak barrels with periodic stirring (batonnage).

Food Pairings
Fish, seafood, grilled salmon, seafood
risotto, semi-hard and aged
cheeses.

Serving Temperature
10 – 12 °C