The most important grape of Naoussa, Greece where wine enthusiasts often cite the Xinomavro’s similarities to the Nebbiolo grape and the collector-worthy wine’s of Barolo.
Primary Flavors
- Raspberry
- Plum Sauce
- Anise
- Allspice
- Tobacco
Taste Profile
Dry
Medium-full Body
High Tannins
High Acidity
13.5–15% ABV
Handling
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SERVE
55–60°F / 12-15°C
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GLASS TYPE
Oversized
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DECANT
1 Hour
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CELLAR
10+ Years
SERVE
55–60°F / 12-15°C
GLASS TYPE
Oversized
DECANT
1 Hour
CELLAR
10+ Years
Food Pairing
An excellent food pairing wine with cheesy pastas, mushroom risotto, roast chicken and pork or even a dry-aged steak where the tannins help cleanse the palate.
