Iliana Malihin founded her winery in 2019 at just 26, in the village of Melampes in Crete's Rethymno region. Her focus is the revival of old, often ungrafted vineyards at altitude — between 600 and 900 metres — cultivating indigenous Cretan varieties including Vidiano, Thrapsathiri and Liatiko. The vineyards sit on steep terraces of schist, clay and quartz, farmed organically with dry cultivation, native yeasts, minimal sulphites and entirely manual work. Following a wildfire in 2022, Iliana has worked to restore the vineyards and protect the surrounding community's vine heritage. The winery is defined by its rare pre-phylloxera vines, dramatic terrain and a deeply revivalist, boutique natural wine ethos.

From 90–140-year-old Vidiano vines in a single vineyard in the Amari Valley. Concentrated and textural, with ripe citrus and orchard fruit, subtle herbal and mineral notes, and striking Cretan acidity. One year on fine lees adds depth and length. (This is the second wine we tried together).

Approx. 1,300 bottles.