Platinum Xinomavro

Vintage 2017
by VAENI Naoussa
Varietal Xinomavro
Color red
Region Macedonia
Country Greece
Medal Score
11.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
sun-dried tomatoblack oliveblackberrycedarrose petal
Palate

Medium-plus body with firm, chalky tannins and bright, mouth-watering acidity wrapped in a silky texture.

Finish

Long and persistent, echoing with dried herbs, dark plum skin and a touch of leather.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with oregano
  • • moussaka
  • • slow-braised beef in tomato and cinnamon
  • • aged kefalotyri cheese
  • • roasted eggplant with tahini
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Double Gold Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2022
Gold The Balkans International Wine Competition 2022
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2021

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