Liatiko ( el, Λιάτικο) is an old red

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currently discount a connection. Liatiko grapes have a pale red color, are moderate in acidity and rich in aromas and sugars. Liatiko matures in July, a fact that according to one explanation derives its name from ''Ιουλιάτικο'', literally "of July" (''Ιούλιος'' in Greek). Historically, the grape has been used in blends with

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and

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to produce ''Malvasia'', a very

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red wine. Malvasia was widely exported by

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traders during the

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and was highly regarded throughout western Europe.J. Robinson ''Jancis Robinson's Guide to Wine Grapes'' pg 95 Oxford University Press 1996

Synonyms

Various synonyms have been used to describe Liatiko and its wines, including Liatico, Liatis, Mavroliatis, Mayrodiates and Mavrodiates.

References

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