COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Athiri, Savatiano
PRODUCER
Kava Kantina
REGION
Aegean Islands
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Kava Kantina Retsina is a traditional Greek resinated white wine produced in the historic region of Lindos on the island of Rhodes. Retsina has a winemaking history dating back over 2,000 years, originating from the ancient practice of sealing wine vessels with Aleppo pine resin to prevent oxidation. This expression captures the sun-drenched coastal terroir of Rhodes, offering a unique cultural and sensory experience deeply rooted in Hellenic dining traditions.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€5
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Retsina's unique pine-resin flavor originated in ancient Greece as a preservation method before the invention of airtight glass bottles.
Fact 02
Lindos, where this wine is produced, is famous for its ancient clifftop acropolis and dramatic coastal cliffs.
Fact 03
Traditionally served in small tumblers or copper mugs, Retsina is the ultimate Greek taverna table wine.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The wine is crafted using traditional white winemaking techniques, primarily utilizing local grape varieties like Athiri. During the fermentation process, a small, carefully controlled amount of high-quality Aleppo pine resin (Pinus halepensis) is added to the must. The resin infuses the fermenting juice with its characteristic balsamic and herbal oils before being filtered out, leaving behind a clear, aromatic, and stable wine.
