Rosé Wines – Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop

Heraklion Winery Erofili Rosé Demi-Sec Wine (Liatiko, Moschato Spinas)

admin — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:03:41 +0000

This elegant Erofili (Ερωφίλη) Rosé Demi-Sec is a semi-dry wine from the sun-drenched vineyards of Crete, Greece. Crafted by the Heraklion Winery, it features a unique blend of 60% Liatiko and 40% Muscat of Spinas grapes.
The wine presents a bright pink color with violet highlights and a complex aromatic profile of strawberry, sour cherry, and cherry. On the palate, it is well-balanced with refreshing acidity, a robust body, and a long, syrupy finish. It serves as an excellent aperitif and pairs beautifully with shellfish, Asian cuisine, sushi, or caramelized fruits. For the best experience, serve chilled at 8–10°C.

The post Heraklion Winery Erofili Rosé Demi-Sec Wine (Liatiko, Moschato Spinas) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Garakis Rosé Dry Wine 2024 (Mandilari)

admin — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:53:36 +0000

Elevate your wine selection with the Garakis Rosé 2024, a bold and authentic single-variety expression of the indigenous Mandilari grape. While many producers blend this powerful variety, the Garakis family has mastered a way to highlight its vibrant, elegant side, resulting in a rosé that captures the pure essence of Crete’s mountain terroir.
Sourced from the estate’s high-altitude vineyards in the Arkadi village (600 meters above sea level), the grapes for this vintage benefit from the cool mountain air and poor, limestone-rich soils. This unique environment provides the wine with its signature energy, crisp acidity, and a distinct mineral backbone that sets it apart from traditional coastal rosés.
The 2024 Garakis Rosé is crafted using a meticulous 12-hour bleed (saignée) method from the grapes of the indigenous Mandilari variety. To add gastronomic weight and a silky texture, the wine remained for 6 months on its fine lees with weekly battonage (stirring). This artisanal process results in a rounder mouthfeel and enhanced aromatic complexity while preserving the grape’s natural vitality.

The post Garakis Rosé Dry Wine 2024 (Mandilari) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Silva Daskalaki Psithiros Rose Dry Wine ( Kotsifali)

admin — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:10:24 +0000

Experience the delicate side of Cretan viticulture with Psithiros Rosé, a signature label from the acclaimed Silva Daskalaki Winery. The name “Psithiros” (meaning whisper) perfectly reflects the wine’s subtle elegance and balanced character, making it a favorite for those seeking a sophisticated Mediterranean rosé.
Produced in the Siva region of Heraklion, this wine is a mono-varietal expression of the indigenous Kotsifali grape. What sets Psithiros apart is its unique vinification: while it is crafted in a fresh, white-wine style, one-third of the wine is aged in oak barrels for three months. This brief contact with wood adds a creamy texture and a hint of spice without overpowering the grape’s natural brightness.

The post Silva Daskalaki Psithiros Rose Dry Wine ( Kotsifali) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Moinoterra Rosé (Kotsifali, Mandilari, Moschato Spinas)

admin — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:24:21 +0000

The Moinoterra Rosé is a modern and elegant dry wine from Crete, specifically the historic wine-growing region of Archanes.
This cool summer blend is crafted from three indigenous Cretan grape varieties: Mantilari (35–40%), Kotsifali (30–35%), and Moschato Spinas (30%). Visually, it features a pale pink hue reminiscent of the classic wines of Provence.

The post Moinoterra Rosé (Kotsifali, Mandilari, Moschato Spinas) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Dafnios Rose 750 ml (Liatiko, Vidiano)

admin — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:59:47 +0000

Attractive light-pink colour ,with onion skin nuances. Characteristic aromas of dried jasmine, red fruits and star anise. At the same time, the strong presence of Rainier Cherries aromas keeps the nose very fresh, which is also achieved by the excellent acidity on the palate. Add a few marine and peppery notes here and you'll understand why its vibrancy not only reflexes the thickness of the wine but also dominates in a sophisticated yet gripping ensemble.

The post Dafnios Rose 750 ml (Liatiko, Vidiano) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Menexes Rose 750 ml (Kotsifali)

admin — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:54:49 +0000

The post Menexes Rose 750 ml (Kotsifali) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Diamantopetra rose 750 ml (Liatiko)

admin — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:52:18 +0000

Light pink color, aromas of strawberry, sour cherry and ripe
cherries, with spicy notes. Balanced, rich and aromatic
mouthfeel with a long aftertaste.

It is a great accompaniment to shellfish and fishes. Pair it
with appetizers of the Mediterranean cuisine, salads as well
as mild flavors of meat.

The post Diamantopetra rose 750 ml (Liatiko) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Praxis III rose 750 ml (Kotsifali, Mandilari)

admin — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:48:07 +0000

The companion of every moment. Cool fruity vivid pink color . Floral character, floral aromas and notes of ripe pomegranate. The mouth is dry, with a very rich body and moderate acidity.

Sophisticated and elegant.

The post Praxis III rose 750 ml (Kotsifali, Mandilari) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Wine Secret rose 750 ml (Liatiko)

admin — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 12:43:08 +0000

The post Wine Secret rose 750 ml (Liatiko) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.

Stilianou Theon Dora rose 750 ml (Kotsifali, Mandilari)

admin — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 11:03:44 +0000

Stilianou rose wine Theon Dora:

From the traditional Cretan grape varieties Kotsifali and Mantilari, with fresh fruits flavour PGI Crete wine. The winemaker process a cold extraction with 6 hours of maceration and stainless steel fermentation, with a few months on its lees and periodic stirring. As a result, a dark pink color, with a spicy bouquet and rich notes of small red fruits finishing with impressive fruit concentration.

The winery

Stilianou rose wine is one of the 6 wines of Winery Stilianou. It is is a small organic grower winery located in Kounavi . They are focusing on indigenous Cretan grape varieties. Giannis Stilianou and his son run 7 hectares of organic vineyards . Mostly local Vidiano , Thrapsathiri, Vilana, Kotsifali, Mandilari grape varieties. The hot summer of Crete stress the vines, and the winemaker decided to avoid any irrigation. In other words, the winery don’t use dripping irrigation or spraying any water. As a result, wines complete concentration of intense flavors and aromas. The winery is a family business since 1922 and produce about 20.000 bottles per year and each of them is numbered. In total, the winery produce 6 labels: Theon Dora white, Theon Dora rosé, Mother red, Great Mother amber (natural white wine) , Theon Gi (organic red wine), Kotsifali sweet red

The vineyards:

Most of the vineyards lay on limestone and rocks soils at an average of 350 to 400 meters high . The owner planted the oldest vineyards still in activity in 1982. In addition, they planted some new vineyards in 2011. The vineyards location and altitude ensure the vineyards to benefit from the hot summer sun from the island of Crete. However, there is some natural cooling system. Altitude, first, that helps cooling down during night. And so do the “Meltemi” north cold wind from Central Greece and cycladic island. Mostly in july and august, when grapes end their growth.

The post Stilianou Theon Dora rose 750 ml (Kotsifali, Mandilari) appeared first on Bakaliko, your delicatessy shop.