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Taralas Estate Xinomavro 2020
Naousa, Macedonia, GreeceFrom the eastern slopes of Mount Vermion in Naoussa, Macedonia, at 300m, this organic / biodynamically farmed Xinomavro is from a single vineyard. It was cold extracted over 5 days, then fermented warm over 2-3 weeks before resting up to 4 years in used barrels, bottled unfiltered. Ripe and dense via sun-baked black cherry, kirsch, black oliver tapenade, and anise, this powerful, structural xino is imbued with scrubby resinous herbs and heady medicinal botanicals, clad with ample sticky, toothsome tannins, welcoming hearty protein pairings (like Shepherd's Pie).Tasted: 14 October 2026Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:Grape: Xynomavro
