Greek Wines & Spirits

• Haraki is produced by an artisan distillery in Crete, founded and run by the Patsakis family. They are the longest established distillery of Cretan Raki, and our relationship with them dates back to 2017. We are the first suppliers in the UK to make this delicious drink available.
• This delicious and pure distillate of indigenous grapes represesents 30 years of experience in artisanal distillation, and the fact that they are among the few distilleries in Crete that produce and bottle their own raki, guarantees the premium quality. 

• HaRaki is a pure grape distillate, made from grape marc (leftover skins, seeds, pulp, after the crushing of grapes for wine). It is made every autumn follen distilled to produce a strong spirit. The spirit undergoes 8 cycles of distillation, with no additives and no added sugar.

  AWARDS: In 2018, HARAKI was honored with the silver medal in one of the most famous competitions of wines and distillates in the world, the IWSC in London, the highest distinction among the Greek distillates of the category
• other names: Tsikoudia (Crete) Raki (Crete), Tsipouro (rest of Greece)
• Alcohol Level 40%

GRAPE VARIETIES: “Soultani” and the Cretan varieties: “Tahta”, “Liatiko” and “Kotsifali” 

HARAKI means rock in the Cretan dialect. It’s name and trademark refers to the hawks and eagles who nest in the rocks of “Psiloritis”, fly over the distillery and connect us with the free Cretan Spirit! RAKI HARAKI: the soaring spirit of Crete. 

 Cretan raki has come to represent the famous Cretan hospitality “filoxenia” as long as it is served along with the treat to the guests. 

• Introducing our organic Raki  “BIORAKI”, specially produced for us by a traditional organic vineyard and distillery in central Crete. 
• This delicious and fiery Raki is a pure double distillate, made from grape marc (leftover skins, seeds, pulp, after the crushing of grapes for wine).
• It is made fresh every autumn.
• This Raki is made from indigenous grapes usually a blend of “Tahta”, “Liatiko” and “Kotsifali”
• Alcohol Level 38%

 QUALITY: produced exclusively from organic indigenous grapes grown no the distillery’s own vineyards. This  guarantees the premium quality of the content 

 Cretan raki has come to represent the famous Cretan hospitality “filoxenia” as long as it is served along with the treat to the guests. It is traditionally consumed either in the morning before heading to the fields, or after a long day's physical work, together with wild greens such as artichoke or nuts.

Other names: Tsikoudia (Crete) Raki (Crete), Tsipouro (rest of Greece)

• Introducing our brand new Raki  specially produced for us by the Stamatakis family, founders of the traditional DS Distillery in northern Crete
• other names: Tsikoudia (Crete) Raki (Crete), Tsipouro (rest of Greece)
• This delicious and fiery Raki is a pure double distillate, made from grape marc (leftover skins, seeds, pulp, after the crushing of grapes for wine).
• It is made fresh every autumn.
• This Raki is made from indigenous grapes usually a blend of “Tahta”, “Liatiko” and “Kotsifali”
  
• Alcohol Level 40%
  

 QUALITY: DS Distilleries is one of the few distilleries in Crete that produce and bottle their own raki, from their own vineyards. This  guarantees the premium quality of the content 

 Cretan raki has come to represent the famous Cretan hospitality “filoxenia” as long as it is served along with the treat to the guests. It is traditionally consumed either in the morning before heading to the fields, or after a long day's physical work, together with wild greens such as artichoke or nuts.

• Prize winning Greek Dry Red Wine by Kechris; Varietal Blend: Merlot (50%) - Xinomavro (50%) (Silver medal Decanter awards)
• Protected Geographical Indication Macedonia - Goumenissa, Kilkis, North Greece
• Bright ruby; Perfume of ripe mulberries and red cherries is enhanced by the freshness of wild flowers, pine and herbs. Palate shows a crisp acidity and fine-grained tannin over the vibrant, spicy fruit. Long, harmonious and pure finish.
• Body -Well-structured with round tannins and rich finish
• Food pairing: Grilled vegetables, roasted red meat, pasta and meat with sweet sauces, spicy meats, meat pies and high-acid cheese.
• ​Thessaloniki is Greece's largest northern city. The area has been producing wine for many years. Kechris Winery is one of the most traditional family wineries of Northern Greece since 1911. 
• Vintage 2020 (750ml)
• Comes in two sizes, 500ml amphora bottle; 750ml standard bottle

• Greek white wine made from cabernet sauvignon and indigenous Roditis grapes, by prize-winning producer Genesis (Kechris)
• PGI Macedonia northern Greece
• Dry white, Fresh, light and fruity; Color:Light yellow-green. Bouquet:Pear, melon and apricot, with notes of tropical mango and banana. Body:A distinct blend of green Sauvignon Blanc and aromatic indigenous Roditis with long fruity aftertaste.
• Food pairing:Fresh green salads, seafood, grilled fish, white meat and cheese, fruit. 
• Best served at: 10-12°C;
• alcohol 13%
• presented in a gorgeous amphora bottle 500ml
• 2020 vintage

Vinification/Ageing:The two varieties are harvested and vinified separately.
Pre-fermentation maceration is followed by alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks.

• 'Nemea for wine lovers' says  Jancis Robinson about this superb medium bodied Greek dry red wine, made by Skouras winery in Nemea (PDO Nemea)
• vintage 2021, 750ml
• Aghiorghitiko grape 100%
• Fermented and macerated in stainless steel vats, aged in used French barriques for 12 months and a further 6 months in bottle.
• A bright, deep morello cherry-red, dark berry fruits and spices
• Aromas of blackberries, raspberries and ripe strawberries with just a touch of aniseed and spices such as clove and cinnamon. Blackberries, mulberries, raspberries, ripe strawberries, a touch of aniseed, cinnamon, fine tannins, round and velvety mouth.
• Elegant structure, balanced acidity and very ripe, elegant tannins. The finish is moderately-long, dominated by red fruits and followed by sweet vanilla and black pepper.
• Food pairings: roasts, spicey foods, desserts
• ALCOHOL:14%
• Fermented and macerated in stainless steel vats, aged in used French barriques for 12 months and a further 6 months in bottle.

Winner in the Decanter world wine awards

• Immerse yourself in a unique and delicious experience with Black Liquid GoldTM, a Greek liqueur crafted with the finest ingredients.

• This double-distilled brandy liqueur is made with local grapes, aromatic herbs and botanicals, and just the right amount of anise and fennel, providing a sweetness with a hint of spice. The spirit is blended with robusta and arabica coffee, giving the liqueur a rich coffee-chocolatey, flavour and sultry dark brown colour - perfect for adding a touch of passion to your favorite cocktail. 

• 18% alcohol by volume in a 700ml bottle.
  

• Immerse yourself in a unique and delicious experience with our chocolate version of Black Liquid GoldTM! A Greek liqueur crafted with the finest ingredients. An aromatic blend of ouzo, anise, Madagascan cocoa and Tanzanian 72% dark chocolate, giving an absolutely delicious lend of aromas and tastes.  Enjoy 18% alcohol by volume in a 700ml bottle.

• Experience the rich flavour of chocolate Black Liquid Gold TM, a unique dark chocolate and ouzo liqueur from Greece. This double-distilled brandy liqueur is made with local grapes, aromatic herbs and botanicals, and just the right amount of anise and fennel, providing a sweetness with a hint of spice. The spirit is blended with the best cocoa and dark chocolate, giving the liqueur a rich chocolatey aroma, flavour and sultry dark brown colour - perfect for adding a touch of passion to your favourite cocktail.