Vilana
White wine grape variety
Also known as Vilana Kriti
Vilana is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon, pear, jasmine. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Vermentino and Robola.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for lemon/pear profile with subtle jasmine and herb nuance.
- Check acidity as moderate-fresh with broad but not heavy mid-palate.
Confidence signals
- Lemon-pear floral-herbal profile
- Medium body with moderate-fresh acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Crete · Heraklion · Lasithi
- Classic styles: Fresh Cretan white with citrus-herbal profile · Medium-bodied Greek island white for early release
Common questions
Is Vilana a red or white grape variety?
Vilana is a white wine grape variety.
What does Vilana smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Vilana include lemon, pear and jasmine. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Vilana?
Documented tells for Vilana: Look for lemon/pear profile with subtle jasmine and herb nuance. and Check acidity as moderate-fresh with broad but not heavy mid-palate..
What is Vilana most often confused with in blind tasting?
Vilana is most commonly confused with Vermentino, Robola and Vidiano. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Vilana grown?
Classic regions for Vilana include Crete, Heraklion and Lasithi.