Retsina

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Retsina is Greece’s ancient pine-resin wine—and when it’s good, it absolutely rules. Traditionally, winemakers sealed amphorae with pine resin, and over time that resin became part of the wine itself. The result is something totally unique: herbal, savory, a little wild, and unmistakably Mediterranean. Forget the old-school versions that tasted like Pine-Sol. Good Retsinas like this one are fresh, salty, and insanely food-friendly. Think citrus peel, mountain herbs, sea breeze, pine forest, maybe a little rosemary or mastic energy. Weird on paper, weirdly addictive in practice. Tender lemon yellow color. Pinewood tones along with citrus fruits, mint and jasmine. Fresh, elegant and salty palate, the decent resin touch with orange and grapefruit builds up an exciting combination. Show more