Iliana Malihin, Liatiko, 2024 so012825 nyt 20 under 20 offer the palate delivers crushed raspberry

the palate delivers crushed raspberry

Brave is the project of Colin Smith and Tahmiene Momtazi

with 21 hectares of certified organic Vernaccia vineyards

rum and pineapple

Iliana Malihin, Liatiko, 2024 so012825 nyt 20 under 20 offer the palate delivers crushed raspberryLiatiko, an ancient Cretan red, finds modern expression through Iliana Malihin's biodynamic farming and wild fermentation. Sourced from ungrafted bush vines averaging 45 years old in the Meronas region, the wine captures wild berries, fine spice, and the terroir's cool climate energy. Fresh and juicy with structure, it proves indigenous varieties need not be quaint curiosities.