COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
Kakotrigis
PRODUCER
Pontiglio Winery
REGION
Ionian Islands
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Pontiglio Winery is located in the southern part of Corfu, Greece, in the traditional winemaking village of Lefkimmi. Run by the Meziri family, the boutique estate is dedicated to reviving and showcasing the island's indigenous grape varieties, most notably Kakotrigis. The name 'Kakotrigis' translates to 'difficult harvest,' referring to the tough stems of the grape bunches that make harvesting by hand a laborious task. This wine represents a classic expression of Corfu's unique terroir, shaped by the Ionian Sea's maritime influence, high humidity, and the island's lush, green landscape.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name Kakotrigis translates to 'difficult vintage' or 'hard to harvest' due to the grape's tough stems.
Fact 02
Pontiglio Winery is a family-run boutique estate dedicated to preserving the rare, indigenous grape varieties of Corfu.
Fact 03
Kakotrigis is the most widely planted white grape variety on the island of Corfu, dating back to antiquity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are hand-harvested from low-yielding vineyards in southern Corfu. After careful sorting, the grapes undergo gentle pressing followed by temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the fresh, primary fruit aromas and crisp acidity characteristic of the Kakotrigis variety. The wine is aged on its fine lees for a short period in stainless steel before bottling to add texture and complexity without the influence of oak.
