Lantides Estate Little Ark White 2023 75cl

Description

Little Ark is a crisp, mineral-driven white wine from the Peloponnese, Greece, showcasing a 50/50 blend of Malagousia and Assyrtiko. Light-bodied and dry, it captures the freshness and aromatic intensity of the mountainous terroir.

Meet the producer

Produced by Panos Lantides at the Lantides Estate in Nemea, the estate spans 25 hectares across the Skoteini Valley at altitudes between 500–650 meters. Founded in 1993 by Panikos Lantides, who trained in oenology in Montpellier and Bordeaux, the family winery combines traditional Greek varietals with modern winemaking techniques to create fresh, terroir-driven wines.

Production

Grapes are hand-harvested from high-altitude plots on Scotini Mountain at 700m, ensuring bright acidity and freshness. The wine is vinified unoaked in stainless steel tanks to preserve its aromatic purity and mineral character.

Tasting notes

Brilliant straw with greenish hues, the nose reveals exotic fruit, melon, lemon, green pepper, jasmine, and orange. The palate is vibrant, with peach and green apple flavours and a lingering, lemony finish.

Food match

Ideal with Greek salads, shellfish, and grilled white fish. Serve chilled at 8–10°C.

Grape

Malagousia 50%, Assyrtiko 50%

Awards and Press Comments

• JamesSuckling.com: “Bright and zesty with lifted citrus and peach notes, a lively expression of Greek varietals.”

• Decanter: “Fresh, aromatic, and perfectly balanced for summer drinking.”