Σκλάβου Μοσχατέλλα Orange

The vinification of Moschatela as a traditional orange wine by Evryviadis Sklavos speaks volumes about the historical significance of the variety on the island of Kefalonia. For decades, along with Tsaoúsi, these were the two grape varieties found in nearly every small vineyard in the Paliki peninsula, used to make the family’s yearly wine. It is believed to be a clone of Muscat of Alexandria, introduced during the French occupation of the island, and it has retained the hallmark of the broader Muscat family: an intensely floral character. In French clay amphorae, this aromatic expression becomes explosive, further enhanced by about 30 days of skin contact that contribute extra layers of complexity. The result is a rich and textured wine, combining ripe apple, overripe tropical fruits, and almond notes—perhaps with a hint of volatile acidity, yet balanced within the realm of complexity.