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Malagousia (Greece)

Malagousia (Malagouzia) is a white wine grape from Northern Macedonia.

It was virtually extinct until it was re-discovered in the 1970s.

The grape is highly aromatic and produces soft and elegant wines.

Malagousia Flavors

Malagousia is known for its aromas of white flowers against a background of exotic fruits.

Lemon
Lemon
Grapefruit
Grapefruit
Peach
Peach
Apricot
Apricot
Pineapple
Pineapple
Melon
Melon
Jasmine
Jasmine
Herbs
Herbs

Malagousia Profile

SUGAR:Dry (3 g/l)
BODY:Light
FRUIT:Medium - High
ACIDITY:Medium - High
ALCOHOL:12-13% ABV
Temperature Serving temperature:
8-10°C (46-50°F)

Malagousia Food Pairing

Malagousia pairs best with light meat.

Aperitif
Aperitif
Tapas
Tapas
Salads
Salads
Risotto
Risotto
Seafood
Seafood
Fish
Fish
Chicken
Chicken

Excellent Pairings

Aperitif. Tapas.
Salads. Caprese Salad.
Seafood. Fish.
shrimp Risotto.
Lemon Chicken.

Meze

Meze is a selection of small dishes served as appetizers in Greece. Similar to Spanish Tapas and Italian Antipasti.

Greek Specialities

Hummus. Zatziki.
Spanakopita (Pie with Spinach and Feta cheese).
Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves).


The Ideal Glass for Malagousia

A Tulip Shaped Glass with a slightly smaller bowl can be suitable for various dry white wine styles.

It guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides where acidity is less pleasant.

A smaller bowl also helps to serve smaller quantities, and keep the wine cold. It also helps if you hold the glass by the stem!

If You Like Malagousia

You May Also Like:

Altesse (France)
Arneis (Italy)
Chenin Blanc Dry (France)
Douro Branco (Portugal)
Etna Bianco (Italy)
Falangina (Italy)
Fiano (Italy)
Kerner (Germany)
Riesling (Alsace, France)
Rousette (France)
Roupeiro (Portugal)
Vermentino (Italy)
Verdicchio (Italy)

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