Red wines from Crete are shaped by warm conditions, but elevation and coastal influence help preserve balance. Indigenous varieties such as Kotsifali and Liatiko are commonly blended, bringing together fruit, structure, and aromatic detail.
Silva Daskalaki works with these varieties to produce wines that reflect the island’s identity. The approach remains focused on clarity, allowing the grapes to show their natural profile without heavy oak influence.
On the glass, it shows red and dark fruit, including cherry and plum, along with dried herbs and a light spice note. The palate carries medium body, with tannins that are present but controlled. The acidity keeps the wine aligned, leading to a dry and steady finish.
At the table, this profile becomes adaptable.
With charcuterie, the herbal notes connect with spice while the fruit supports the fat. With grilled meats, the tannins integrate without dominating. With roasted vegetables, the wine maintains balance without becoming heavy.
This is a red shaped by both grape and environment.
If you are looking for a Greek red wine in NYC, this is a distinctive and approachable example available at CARTA Wine Bar.
Available at CARTA Wine Bar, New York.
Wine Facts
- Wine: Vorinos Red
- Producer: Silva Daskalaki (family-owned Cretan winery focused on indigenous varieties)
- Region: Crete
- Country: Greece
- Grapes: Kotsifali, Liatiko (indigenous to Crete)
- Vintage: 2022
- Style: Dry red
Production
- Fermentation: Stainless steel
- Profile: Cherry, plum, herbal, spice
- Acidity: Medium
- Tannin: Medium
- Location: Crete, Greece
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