COLOUR
Orange
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Roditis
PRODUCER
Tetramythos
REGION
Peloponnese
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Tetramythos is a distinctive skin-contact wine crafted from the native Roditis grape in the mountainous Achaia region of the Peloponnese, Greece. Produced with a focus on low-intervention and natural winemaking, this wine reflects the unique high-altitude terroir of the region. The vineyards, cooled by Gulf of Corinth breezes, allow the pink-skinned Roditis grapes to ripen slowly, retaining vibrant acidity and developing complex aromatic profiles. This wine represents a modern revival of ancient Greek winemaking traditions, showcasing the potential of indigenous varieties when treated with minimal intervention.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Roditis is a pink-skinned grape variety native to Greece, capable of producing highly aromatic and textured orange wines.
Fact 02
The vineyards in Achaia are situated at high altitudes, often between 600 to 1000 meters, preserving fresh acidity.
Fact 03
This wine is crafted using natural, low-intervention methods, including spontaneous fermentation and no filtration.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are harvested by hand from high-altitude vineyards in Achaia. In the cellar, the wine undergoes spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts. It is kept on its skins (skin contact) for an extended period, which imparts its characteristic amber/orange hue and textured mouthfeel. Aging takes place in stainless steel or amphorae to preserve the pure fruit and mineral character of the Roditis grape, with minimal or no added sulfur before bottling, and no fining or filtration.
