Iliana Malihin, Liatiko, 2024 so012825 nyt 20 under 20 offer edged by tobacco leaf and

edged by tobacco leaf and a hint of graphite

the palate delivers crushed raspberry

rum and pineapple

with fine tannins framing white pepper and fennel notes

This is Raveneau’s pinnacle at premier cru level: complete and complex

Iliana Malihin, Liatiko, 2024 so012825 nyt 20 under 20 offer edged by tobacco leaf andLiatiko, an ancient Cretan red, finds modern expression through Iliana Malihin's biodynamic farming and wild fermentation. Sourced from ungrafted bush vines averaging 45 years old in the Meronas region, the wine captures wild berries, fine spice, and the terroir's cool climate energy. Fresh and juicy with structure, it proves indigenous varieties need not be quaint curiosities.