Kir Yianni Naoussa Cuvée Villages (3 bottle minimum)

Variety: Xinomavro (100%)
Type: Dry Red Wine
Appellation: PDO Naoussa

VINEYARD
As stated on the label (Cuvée Villages), our NAOUSSA is produced from a strict selection of Xinomavros grown on both our Estate (younger vines) and small vine growers’ parcels around the different areas of the PDO zone. The villages of Naoussa offer the most interesting diversification of their hilly terrain in terms of altitude, slope, soil structure, orientation, etc. These conditions shape an intriguing mixture of meso-climates.

Our NAOUSSA Cuvée Villages is a wine enthusiast’s introduction to the great richness of the viti-vini traditions of the region, featuring, at the same time, the dynamics of Xinomavro at its heartland-terroir.

WINEMAKING
The grapes are cooled at 10°C and undergo rigorous grape selection on a conveyor belt. Cold soaking for 6 days at low temperatures followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at temperatures of 20 – 23°C for 12 to 15 days. Malolactic fermentation and maturation in mainly French oak barrels of 225 and 500 litres in a combination of new and old use (3rd to 5th fill) for 12 months. The first blend is made on the 6th month of maturation. After bottling, the wine stays in the cellar for a year before market release.

TASTING NOTE
Garnet red, a typical colour of Xinomavro. Vibrant red and black fruit on the nose, with aromas of strawberry, cherry, and plums. A crisp and fruit-forward mouth with delicate notes of sweet spices and tobacco. Medium body with good acidity and smooth tannins, adding structure and leading to a pleasant finish.