Meza Wine Club: March 2026
Enthusiast White / White
Wine 1: Broglia Gavi la Meirana
For the Broglia, Gavi La Meirana is the most representative and classical of production and for this reason it carries on its label the name of the Estate: La Meirana. Production of La Meirana takes place in large stainless steel tanks which are temperature controlled. All the grapes are sourced from the municipality of Gavi and once at the Broglia cellar they are left to mature for six months in steel on their lees, in order to keep the fresh and fruity aromas intact. Fermentation occurs between 12° and 16°C with the aim of maintaining a fresh fragrance and fruitiness. Organic analysis indicates that La Meirana expresses exceptional characteristics of the area of Gavi with a typical aftertaste of almonds. Best served with fish based dishes and white meats. The palate is full-bodied, fresh with a pleasant almond-like finish.
Wine 2: Alexakis Assyrtiko
While it probably came from Santorini, this famed grape is planted all around Greece. Most producers are very proud of the variety and present it as their flagship wine. Assyrtiko is well suited to Crete’s conditions of high winds and low vigour soils. The style is something between the mineral-driven wines of Santorini and the fruitier styles of mainland Greece. Assyrtiko exhibits shy citrusy aromas while young and only shows its complexity after two to three years of ageing. Its characteristically-high slaty acidity is present also in Cretan Assyrtikos. It is increasingly found as a single-varietal wine. Still, it is a widely used blending partner to other Cretan wines and is often blended with the indigenous Thrapsathiri or Vilana to boost acidity.
Incredibly refreshing but serious at the same time. It opens beautifully in the glass after a few swirls and add it rewards with flinty and citrus zest notes, accompanied by a smoky character. The lean, super fresh acidity is merged harmoniously with a creamy body showing elegant biscuit undertones.
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