Xinomavro Naoussa
- Red
- Xinomavro (100%)
Vinification & Aging
Green harvest the first 10 days of August, a week or two after veraison. Harvest by hand grapes are sorted and destemmed. Cold soak for 6 days. Fermentation is in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. The wine is transferred into concrete tanks where it goes through Malolactic fermentation, racked and then put into barrel for aging.
Aged for 14-16 months in 225L French Oak Casks, 45% new and 55% used barrels.
Ecosystems
The immaculate kept 2.5ha of Xinomavro vines are planted on the hillside in the sub region of Ano Gastra in the Naoussa appilation. Sandy, clay and limestone soils, noted for their good drainage with classic mederteranina climate, temperate climate. The vineyard is protected because it is situated on a hillside from extreme weathers and the high elevation provides great growing conditions for Xinomavro.
Tasting Notes
A powerful Xinomavro - Naoussa Karydas 2019, with depth of fruit on the nose, where red fruit, spices and a touch of sun-dried tomato meet the oak characteristics from the barrel. On the palate, there is a great balance between the bold tannins and the freshness of the fruit. A wine that can be aged up to 15-20 years.