Alpha Estate Xinomavro (Skantzohoiros) is a red dry wine made from 100% Xinomavro grapes in the Amyntaio region (PDO Amyntaio).
Appearance: Bright, deep purple with violet highlights.
Nose: A complex bouquet of red fruits (strawberry, cherry), sun-dried tomato, dried fig, olive, leather and sweet spices.
Palate:Full-bodied, with rounded tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is long and intensely aromatic.
Vinification & Aging: The wine remains on its lees for 8 months with periodic stirring (bâtonnage). It is aged for 12 months in selected new French oak barrels, followed by at least 14 months of bottle aging at the winery before release.
Aging Potential: Enjoyable now, but will continue to evolve for at least 10 years from its vintage.
Ideally served at 16-18°C. It perfectly accompanies juicy grilled red meats or game, spicy sausages, rich cheeses and traditional dishes such as rabbit stifado (rabbit stew with pearl onions).
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