(Λήμνος)
Located on the eponymous Greek island, Muscat of Limnos is a Greek appellation that produces sweet dessert wines exclusively from white Muscat of Alexandria grapes. The wines can be fortified or naturally sweet—when they are classified as vin naturellement doux.
Muscat of Limnos wines are aromatic, light, bright, and fresh, with a rich body and typical notes of apricots and mint. They usually have well-balanced acidity and a long finish. These wines should always be served well-chilled, and though they can be enjoyed on their own, they are also a good match to blue or aged cheese and desserts.
If they are produced from selected vineyards, naturally sweet wines can carry the label grand cru.
Serve with
Venizelika
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Galaktoboureko
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Samsades
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Kopanisti
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