COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Xinomavro
PRODUCER
S. Kechri & Co. Winery - Distillery
REGION
Macedonia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Xinomavro Single Vineyard 2021 is a red wine from Macedonia, Greece, produced by S. Kechri & Co. Winery. It is made from 100% Xinomavro grapes, a variety recognized for its complexity and often likened to Nebbiolo. The 'Single Vineyard' designation indicates that the grapes are sourced from a specific plot of land, allowing for a distinct expression of that particular terroir. Kechris Winery has a long-standing heritage in Greek winemaking, dating back to 1939, and is particularly known for its Retsina. The winery's philosophy centers on highlighting the unique qualities of Greek grape varieties. The 2021 vintage is characterized by oak influences, contributing vanilla and coffee notes alongside fruit and spice.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Xinomavro is Greece's answer to Nebbiolo.
Fact 02
Kechris is also renowned for Retsina.
Fact 03
This wine comes from a specific vineyard plot.
Fact 04
It's aged for a year in oak.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Xinomavro Single Vineyard 2021 is produced by S. Kechri & Co. Winery, with grapes sourced from a specific vineyard in Macedonia. The Xinomavro grape, known for its late-season ripening, requires careful viticultural management. Following harvest, the wine undergoes fermentation, though specific details are not provided. A significant aspect of its production involves aging for one year in oak barrels, which imparts characteristics such as vanilla and coffee notes and contributes to the wine's overall structure and complexity.
