Karavitakis Vidiano Indigenous Yeast 2019
An exceptional white wine from Crete that showcases Vidiano at its most aromatic, fruity and mineral. Nikos Karavitakis worked with this indigenous grape for years and, after countless experiments, created this unique cuvée: spontaneously fermented with indigenous yeasts, aged on fine lees in stainless steel for 36 months, followed by bottle aging. The result? A layered, mature yet surprisingly fresh white wine with character.
In the glass, it has a medium lemon-yellow color. The bouquet is rich in honeycomb, grapefruit, mandarin, white peach, pineapple, sourdough bread, flowers (chamomile, chrysanthemum) and a subtle 'petrol' note. On the palate, it is full-flavored, with a silky, almost oily texture, medium plus acidity and pronounced minerality.
Serve at 10–12°C to fully bring out the interplay of citrus, salinity and creaminess.
Ideal with: grilled sea bass, ceviche, lobster, risotto with lemon and fennel, or aged cheeses such as Comté or Gruyère.
