You loved it, you missed it, and finally, Paliokairisio Glinavos is back! A wine this unique could hardly leave Apostolos Thymiopoulos indifferent, so he decided to bring it back just as it was: unadulterated and true to its history. The only change you'll notice is a little makeover to the label.

Apostolos Thymiopoulos has invested in the Glinavos winery and its organic vineyards, keeping the original name as a tribute to its heritage. Naturally, he has added his own personal touch and, having started with Zitsa's famous sparkling wines, is now broadening his horizons to explore the full range of wines the region has to offer.

Among them is the legendary Paliokairisio Glinavos, an ode to the traditional winemaking method of the Ioannina region. Grapes from all three indigenous Zitsa varieties – Debina, Vlahiko and Bekari – are harvested simultaneously, bringing together different levels of ripeness and aromatic profiles. They then ferment on their skins in a sealed tank, giving the wine a gentle spritz. Fermentation is stopped at approximately 10% alc, to retain a subtle hint of sweetness, which contributes to the wine's balance and delicious character. Finally, it is bottled in the traditional bottle, reminiscent of an old-fashioned beer bottle, with zero added sulphites and no further intervention.

Glinavos Paliokairisio is technically an orange, semi-sparkling, off-dry wine. In practice, however, it refuses to be confined by categories. All you really need to know is that it is absolutely delicious and loves Greek cuisine. Give it a try and discover its charm!