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Simon and his father take care to control the tannic contribution of Xinomavro and Agiorgitiko, 2 indigenous Greek grape varieties. To do this, they soften the tannins by aging this wine for \u003cstrong\u003e12 months in very high quality French barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e (of which they are also a distributor in Greece). On the palate, we find a multitude of aromas of black fruits, \u003cstrong\u003estrawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eblack cherries\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eblack plums\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eblackberries\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003elicorice\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003ecloves\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003eblack\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003epepper\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003egrilled vanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003egarrigue\u003c\/strong\u003e . 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This wine originates from the Peloponnese peninsula and is a 50\/50 blend of Assyrtiko and Malagousia, 2 indigenous Greek grape varieties. \u003cstrong\u003eMalagousia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Greek white grape variety that was virtually extinct until oenology professor Vassilis Logothetis rediscovered it in the 1970s. \u003cstrong\u003eAssyrtiko\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Greek white grape variety native to the famous island of Santorini, planted in arid soils rich in volcanic ash. This wine comes from vines located on a plateau at an altitude of 600 meters. The grapes are harvested and sorted manually to guarantee optimal fruit quality. 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The constant breeze from the mountains and the altitude play an essential role in the ripening of Xinomavro, the emblematic grape variety of these hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest runs from mid-September to early October. Maceration lasts 18 days and fermentation, with native yeasts, is completed in one to two months. The wine is then aged for 4 months in used 500-litre oak barrels, to preserve the fruit and freshness of the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine reveals notes of \u003cstrong\u003echerry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eraspberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esun-dried tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003earomatic herbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblack pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eleather\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eearth\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fresh, clean black and red fruits are nuanced with herbal and spicy accents. The palate, dry and driven by refreshing acidity, reveals a rounded tannic structure and a long, complex finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valade \u0026 Transandine","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":59628683460956,"sku":null,"price":22.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Box of 6 bottles (75cl)","offer_id":59628683493724,"sku":null,"price":134.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/0032\/0643\/files\/Skyphos_Xinomavro_WEB.png?v=1792761020"},{"product_id":"artisans-vignerons-de-naoussa-xinomavro-grece","title":"Artisans Vignerons de Naoussa - Xinomavro - 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Xinomavro comes from certified organic vineyards spread throughout the Naoussa appellation, in northern Greece, on the foothills of Mount Vermio, in Imathia. The vines, 25 years old on average, are planted at up to 400 metres on limestone soils over a granite and schist subsoil. The warm continental climate, with cold winters, and the mountain breezes encourage slow ripening of this demanding grape variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest runs from 19 September to 10 October. Maceration lasts 25 days, and fermentation, with native yeasts, is completed in one to two months. The wine is then aged for 12 months in used 500-litre oak barrels, which refines its tannins while respecting the expression of the terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine reveals notes of \u003cstrong\u003esun-dried tomato\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etapenade\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esour cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eraspberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eplum\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eoregano\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eclove\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eforest floor\u003c\/strong\u003e. The very classic bouquet combines saline nuances with red fruit of great clarity. The palate, straight and almost linear, rests on firm tannins, vibrant acidity and a persistent finish with red-fruit accents.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valade \u0026 Transandine","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":59628683624796,"sku":null,"price":28.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Box of 6 bottles (75cl)","offer_id":59628683657564,"sku":null,"price":170.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/0032\/0643\/files\/artisans-naoussa-oenosco.png?v=1792761025"},{"product_id":"gaia-ritinitis-nobilis-grece","title":"Gaia - Ritinitis Nobilis","description":"\u003cp\u003eRitinitis Nobilis comes from arid vineyards perched on the heights above Corinth, in the north-east of the Peloponnese. Roditis, the region's traditional white grape variety, grows here under a hot, dry Mediterranean climate, tempered by altitude and the nearby gulf. 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The old Assyrtiko vines, 70 to 80 years old on average, are basket-trained on poor volcanic soils, exposed to the fierce winds of the Aegean Sea. The scarcity of water and the minerality of the soil define the saline identity of Santorini wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter harvest, the grapes are crushed and then undergo a 12-hour cold maceration. Half of the must goes into 1,000-litre stainless-steel tanks, the rest into French oak, American oak and acacia barrels. Fermentation starts with wild yeasts and the temperature is left to evolve freely. 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These conditions produce small bunches of thick-skinned berries, rich in fruit and spicy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from mature, low-yielding vines, harvested at full ripeness. After vinification, the wine is aged for 6 to 8 months in 500- to 550-litre French oak barrels, which bring structure without masking the fruit. It then rests for 3 to 6 months in bottle before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine reveals notes of \u003cstrong\u003eblack cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eplum\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003egooseberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecaramel\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecinnamon\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epepper\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003evanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ripe fruit dominates, lifted by sweet spices and discreet oak. 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