Metaxa, 5 Stars, The Original Greek Spirit, 70cl, Pack of 1

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The different numbers are meant to convey quality levels, with Metaxa 12 and Private Reserve being the highest rated rather than maturation length. The General Wine Company is a family-owned and operated wine merchant in Liphook, Hampshire, England.

Ich habe zwei Flaschen gekauft, da ich eine verschenken wollte, aber diesen 12er Metaxa noch nicht kannte.Brandy Alexander’s base is red wines that have been aged for at least 20 years and are found regionally. On this site you can find both ouzo, different types of raki, many liqueurs and of course the well-known Metaxa. Generally speaking, the higher the number, the more aging it has received and the greater the percentage of Samos wine in the blend. On Samos, an island in the eastern Aegean Sea, grapes, primarily Muscat, a variety originally from Greece, are cultivated in terraces and hand-picked. They mention that its a lovely presentation box, smooth on its own or mixed and that its good value.

uk accepts no liability for inaccuracies or misstatements about products by manufacturers or other third parties. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. They say it's enjoyable on any occasion, brings back holiday memories, and is a satisfying mellow brandy. In 1888 Spyros Metaxa, by blending only the finest matured wine distillates with the selected sun soaked grapes of Attica, created this distintive spirit giving it a unique smooth and mellow taste, neat, or on the rocks.Indulge in the essence of Greece with Metaxa 5 Star Greek Brandy, a spirited creation crafted from exquisite eaux-de-vie, sourced from the finest grapes of Samos. Salamina denotes someone who fought at the Battle of Salamis between the Greeks and the Persians in 480 BC. Extra Old" or "Napoleon," with a minimum age of six years, set to change to a minimum of 10 years in 2016. Since many of the flavor compounds in grapes are in the skins, thicker skins tend to make more flavorful wines.