Kotsifali Single Vineyard “Livades” from Karavitakis Vineyards is without a doubt one of the most refined and juicy red wines of Crete, placing Kotsifali rightfully on its throne. This demanding red variety, when handled with skill, proves that it can truly shine and reveal a side of itself we never knew existed.
Nikos Karavitakis, driven by a desire to explore the potential of Cretan grape varieties—and Kotsifali in particular—began experimenting with old vines and single‑varietal vinifications. Kotsifali Single Vineyard “Livades” may be the most distinctive Cretan wine we’ve tasted to date, as it highlights the elegant side of the variety—a side reminiscent of Pinot Noir. This is thanks to vines over 50 years old, which deliver concentrated fruit, and to the minimal‑intervention winemaking that includes ambient yeasts and aging for 10 months in used 500‑liter Stockinger barrels.
We promise that once you try it, you’ll be hooked!
