Sixth wine exhibition held in Pissouri, Cyprus
The sixth wine exhibition was held in the village of Pissouri in Cyprus in mid-summer, organized by the village community under the auspices of the Ministry of Commerce. Nine wineries took part in the event. As Cyprus Mail reports, tasting several wines at the same time allows visitors to compare their characteristics and identify their own taste preferences.
The article notes that it is not necessary to know the difference between the local grape varieties Maratheftiko and Giannoudi to take part in a tasting. The publication advises visitors to pay attention to wines they like and to photograph labels to remember successful choices.
White wines
Among the white wines mentioned is Vasilissa 2025 from Lion Spirit Winery with the PGI Pafos geographical indication. It has an alcohol content of 12.5% and costs 18 euros. The wine is described as having aromas of honeysuckle and grapefruit, as well as notes of peach, apricot, jasmine and herbs. The article suggests pairing it with melon and prosciutto, goat cheese salad, vegetarian sushi or shrimp in lime marinade.
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Promara 2025 from Lion Spirit Winery also has PGI Pafos status, an alcohol content of 12.5% and a price of 18 euros. It is noted for green apple, grapefruit, lime, citrus and white pepper notes. Zambartas Winery is represented in the selection by Xynisteri 2025 with PGI Lemesos, 13% alcohol content and a price of 10.50 euros, as well as Promara 2025 with 12.5% alcohol content and a price of 14 euros.
Rosé wines
Among the rosé wines mentioned is Summer Blush Rosé 2025 from Lion Spirit Winery, a blend of Grenache Noir and Maratheftiko with an alcohol content of 13% and a price of 12 euros. It is characterized by notes of strawberry, raspberry, melon, rose petals and citrus. Papaioannou Winery presented Maratheftiko Rosé 2024 from Vasa Koilaniou: this wine has an alcohol content of 13.5% and costs 9 euros.
The selection also includes Garden of Cyprus Rosé 2025 from Zambartas Winery, with an alcohol content of 12% and a price of 11 euros. The wine consists of 60% Lefkada, while the rest of the blend contains Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Mataro and Grenache. Its description mentions cherry, pomegranate, watermelon, yellow plum, wild strawberry and sweet spices.
