(Σταφίδα Ζακύνθου)
Internationally marketed under the name Zante currants and also known as Corinthian raisins, Stafida Zakynthou are dried berries of the small, sweet, seedless grape cultivar called Black Corinth, grown and sun-dried naturally on the island of Zakynthos from the 16th century. The exceptional quality of these raisins is a result of the special soil and climate conditions on the island where long hours of sunshine and high temperatures during the summer contribute to their high sugar content and to their characteristic sweet flavor.
The crop is harvested by hand when the grapes acquire the needed sweetness and become deep purple. They are immediately left to dry on the ground on paper or plastic grape racks. No chemicals are added to quicken the procedure. Once the drying is complete, the clusters are rubbed gently in order to separate and remove the stalks.
These currants are of exceptional quality and unique taste which makes them highly requested among consumers.
