Kir-Yianni Estate
Kali Riza Vieilles Vignes Amyndeon Xinomavro
Orange hue in the glass.
Tannic and possibly questionable bottle.
Orange hue in the glass.
Tannic and possibly questionable bottle.
Challenging vintage 2014 was in Northern Greece. This is Xinomavro from 60 year old vines grown at 600m elevation. Draws distinct parallels with Nebbiolo- floral nose leading into red cherry, cranberry, almond paste, leather, caraway seed and mint. Leathery tannins and decent acid retention. Finish falls away a bit, but otherwise pretty handy stuff.
Challenging vintage 2014 was in Northern Greece. This is Xinomavro from 60 year old vines grown at 600m elevation. Draws distinct parallels with Nebbiolo- floral nose leading into red cherry, cranberry, almond paste, leather, caraway seed and mint. Leathery tannins and decent acid retention. Finish falls away a bit, but otherwise pretty handy stuff.
Jan 13th, 2017