History in a glass: Commandaria, one of the world’s oldest wines

Keo St John’s Commandaria (Cyprus)

Though it is not easy to find Commandaria in the UK, it is well worth tracking down!

This luscious Cypriot dessert wine has a history dating back to the Crusades and is produced from the indigenous grape varieties Mavro and Xynisteri grown on the slopes of the Troodos Mountains and dried in the sun for ten days before they are pressed. 

With aromas of dried fruit and spices, and flavours of caramel, honey and nuts, this is an outstanding dessert wine. 

Enjoy it by itself, with cheese or desserts. We had it with tiramisu – heavenly!

Available from Aspris & Son and Drink Supermarket (£11.79, 50cl.)