Vilana

A base variety, widely cultivated; very sensitive to disease, mainly cholera. Excellent results when output per km² is low. Good bouquet, medium acidity, unstable colour.

The white Cretan variety par excellence. It provides excellent results in semi-mountainous regions, at an altitude of 400+ metres. The wine is particularly aromatic, fresh, with a good acidity, but with a lifespan that should not exceed a year. It has yielded interesting results when vinified in oak barrels, which significantly extends its life cycle (3 – 5 years). Furthermore, it is often used as a “base variety”. The bunch grows thick with medium sized, round grapes.