This is my first Xinomavro and it really reminds me of Nebbiolo. Pale in colour, roses on the nose. There is very pronounced cherry as well and berry leaves. Maybe a touch of tobacco. I really like the smell. It is less tannic and more cherry forward than Nebbiolo on the palate. There is some cranberry as well, especially on the finish. I love Nebbiolo, so I really enjoyed this. Will definitely be trying more. 8+/18
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With this wine, there is indeed a similarity to the Italian wines of the Piedmonte.A beautiful nose, exhibiting violets and rose aromas, then an herbaceous and red/black fruit driven palate, and a hint of tar to boot. A racy acidity gives this wine great freshness. Maybe the tannins felt a little abrasive at first, but I think therein often the magic lies. These wines are meant to be enjoyed with rich foods, and olive oils that coat the palate, not on their own. A marvelous wine that is an absolute steal at under $20.
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12/22/2023 - bacchus of knockholt Likes this wine: 91 Points
Muted red fruits on the nose but the palate explodes with intense spiciness, black pepper, red fruits. Medium bodied, bright acidity, lovely wine.
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11/25/2023 - Tpairing wrote: 90 Points
Enjoyed this wine with a rack of lamb. Fruit. Spice, herbs. Delicious.
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11/3/2023 - AD_jutant Likes this wine: 88 Points
This is my first Xinomavro and it really reminds me of Nebbiolo. Pale in colour, roses on the nose. There is very pronounced cherry as well and berry leaves. Maybe a touch of tobacco. I really like the smell.
It is less tannic and more cherry forward than Nebbiolo on the palate. There is some cranberry as well, especially on the finish.
I love Nebbiolo, so I really enjoyed this. Will definitely be trying more.
8+/18
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7/29/2023 - Vintuition Likes this wine: 89 Points
Bon vin. Fiable. Ressemble à du Pinot noir en version plus riche et concentré tout en étant souple et féminin
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5/16/2023 - The Wine Dispatch [b2w.wine] Likes this wine:
With this wine, there is indeed a similarity to the Italian wines of the Piedmonte.A beautiful nose, exhibiting violets and rose aromas, then an herbaceous and red/black fruit driven palate, and a hint of tar to boot. A racy acidity gives this wine great freshness. Maybe the tannins felt a little abrasive at first, but I think therein often the magic lies. These wines are meant to be enjoyed with rich foods, and olive oils that coat the palate, not on their own. A marvelous wine that is an absolute steal at under $20.
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