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Introduction

METAXA – the Original Greek Spirit

Like all Rémy Cointreau Group brands, METAXA is rooted in the depths of a terroir unlike any other: that of Samos, a Greek island which lies in the Aegean Sea.

Since 1888, the House of Metaxa is on a journey to offer a one-of-a-kind amber spirit. Experience the unique taste of Samos Muscat wines, aged wine distillates and Mediterranean botanicals for an intense smoothness.

The Treasure of Samos

At the very heart of METAXA’s exceptional smoothness is the prized Muscat wine of Samos. A jewel in the Aegean Sea, Samos spans 478 km2 boasting luxurious vegetation, as well as exceptional vineyards. The vineyards are divided into garden-sized plots, where grapes are tended and harvested by hand.

The grapes benefit from the perfect amount of sunshine, a mineral soil and low humidity, endowing the Muscat wines with generous aromas and concentrated flavours, placing them among the most aromatic wines in the world.

The art of creating METAXA

Constantinos Raptis, our Metaxa Master, first makes his selection of the Muscat wines from Samos, chosen for their aromatic concentation and intensity. He then chooses the fine wine distillates for their character and elegance.The fruit of nature and the work of time, enhanced by the devotion and talent of people – that is the philosophy of the House of Metaxa.

The Muscat wines and wine distillates are aged separately in oak casks until he decides they are ready to be married. A bouquet of Mediterranean botanicals brings the final touch.

The words of the Master: “To those who would like to discover METAXA: think of discovery that is as unique as it is expected. You will embark on a journey of pleasure through all your senses, a journey that you will want to take time and time again.”

terroirs

Muscat vineyards in Samos island
Muscat grapes are picked exclusively by hand
The cellars of the House of Metaxa
Laura Bingham, Mike Horn and Guillaume Nery exploring METAXA
METAXA Brand Campaign "Don’t drink it, Explore it" featuring Guillaume Nery, freediver.
METAXA Brand Campaign "Don’t drink it, Explore it" featuring Mike Horn, explorer.
METAXA Brand Campaign "Don’t drink it, Explore it" featuring Laura Bingham, explorer.

people

Constantinos Raptis

Metaxa Master1989 — today

Constantinos (Costas) has a number of METAXA creations under his belt, including METAXA 12 Stars and, more recently, METAXA Angels’ Treasure.

Constantinos is passionate about oenology and terroir, and is a great expert in the world of spirits. Thus, equipped with his degree in Chemistry and Oenology from the University of Athens, he joined METAXA. That was more than 25 years ago. The fifth Metaxa Master since 1888, he is the custodian of the secrets of the House, and the man who ensures the consistency of METAXA’s particularly unique character, thereby, bringing to life the singular smoothness of this spirit.

time

  • 1888

    Spyros Metaxa dreams about crafting a spirit that is smooth yet intense. In 1888, he creates METAXA, the Original Greek Spirit.

  • 1892

    Just four years into its life, METAXA is already exported throughout the Mediterranean.

  • 1968

    The House of Metaxa moves from Piraeus to Kifissia, north of Athens.

  • 2000

    METAXA becomes a proud member of the Rémy Cointreau group.

  • 2008

    The House of Metaxa celebrates its 120th anniversary. To mark this occasion, 1,888 carafes filled with the liquid from Cask No 1 are released: AEN METAXA.

  • 2016

    METAXA accelerates its premiumisation strategy with the creation of METAXA ANGELS' Treasure and the relaunch of METAXA 12 Stars, and continues its geographical expansion.