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Two different terroirs. One inland and one by the sea. But note: we’re not talking about the terroir where the grapes come from, but rather the terroir of Retsina. The next step after producing wines using sustainable resins (chemical-free) was to investigate how the origin of the resin might influence the aromas of the raw material and, consequently, the character of the wines. And the differences are striking. Using Assyrtiko from her own vineyard in Goumenissa as a baseline, with the same winemaking techniques and the sole variation being the origin of the rhenin, Eleni Kechri continues to evolve her research. The two micro-vintages come from the year 2023. Cosmos (the word represents the year 2023) Thalassino is an astonishing Assyrtiko, with notes reminiscent of sea salt and herbal hints of mint, as elegant and ethereal as a sea breeze. Remarkable, exquisite, and so excitingly different from the more classic stylistic Stergiano, it is a wine made from resin sustainably harvested from pine trees located by the sea in the Elati region of Chalkidiki, on the first peninsula.
Let’s set aside any marketing gimmicks and focus on the essence of the matter. The two micro-batches of Kallos from 1979 Wines, from the 2023 vintage, are two stunning and fascinatingly different Retsinas. Initial research highlighted the quality of the aromas from a retsina harvested sustainably, and in a second phase, by taking this pure retsina—capable of producing aromas of unprecedented quality— the focus shifted to the distinctiveness that its origin could bring. From the denser, more mature, and classically aromatic Stergiano to the more ethereal, mineral, and botanical dimension showcased by Thalassino, what you have in your glass is not just the next chapter for retsina, but for Greek wine in general. A lesson in how we can approach and evolve Greek wine and showcase the very best we have to offer to the outside world.
An awesome balance of freshness and oxidative character, a hint of honey aromas and richness reminiscent of the equally wonderful sparkling wines from the Chenin Blanc variety. Indigene does not want or resemble champagne in any way. The slow second fermentation in the bottle, which can last for over six months, contributes to the complexity of the wine,...
