Xinomavro Dry Red Wine 750ml

Xinomavro Dry Red Wine

Bright, ruby ​​colour with medium intensity and depth, which along with the typical aromas of olive and tomato jam on the nose, predispose fanatics for typical Xinomavro.

The fruit although not in the foreground is not absent, reminding mainly red fruits like cherry. Severe mouth, completely dry with vigorous tannins have the aggressive nature of Xinomavro, moudiazontas mouth and looking aged or food to soften. The acidity and this rough side, freshens the mouth and however balanced by the presence of red fruit jam in mouth. Finish with a light smoked character.

Type:

Red, Dry

Grape Varieties:

Xinomavro

Vinification:

Classic red vinification. The extraction of components of the cortex is attentive and the time depends on the maturity of the crop. The new wine is placed in oak barrels, where malolactic fermentation takes place and stays there for a year. Followed by bottling and aging in the bottle.
Description: Bright red color, noble aroma typical of the variety, which involves the classic olive-tomato with dried cherry-plum fruit, toasted sesame seeds and spices, and mouth are sculpted tannins compose a robust body with a strong personality, harmony and very long lasting.

Enjoy this wine with Beef Lamb and Pork and full favour, charcuterie, Greek olives, fig pie and bite-sized artisan delicacies. 

About the Winery 

Hailing from the picturesque town of Velvento in Western Macedonia, the Voyatzi family, now in its third generation, is led by Yannis, an oenology graduate from the University of Bordeaux. Together with his engineer brother Nico and their father Harissis, they established a modern 100-acre vineyard from 1991 to 1994, dedicated to crafting uniquely characterful, high-quality wines.

Nestled at an altitude of 340 meters beside Lake Polyfytos, the vineyard's proximity to the water imparts a distinctiveness to the wines. Despite the continental climate, the gentle lacustrine aura tempers temperatures and maintains high humidity. The sandy-loam and clay-loam soils host a variety of local Greek grape varieties.

The estate's mission is to showcase Greek grape varieties with exceptional quality and distinctive character. Xinomavro, and Tsapournakos (Cabernet Franc clone) take centre stage, accompanied by various other indigenous varieties. Embracing organic principles from the vineyard's inception, the Voyatzi family is dedicated to the art of producing exceptional wines that reflect the essence of Greece's rich viticultural heritage.

13% Alcohol Content

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