{"product_id":"2022-kir-yianni-naoussa-xinomavro-cuvee-villages-pdo","title":"2022 Kir-Yianni Naoussa Xinomavro - Cuvée Villages PDO","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Xinomavro\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Naoussa, Macedonia, Greece\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e: Estate-grown and selected parcels from small growers in various Naoussa villages, offering a mix of altitudes, soil types, and exposures that create a distinctive microclimatic mosaic.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: Late September\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e: Grapes are cooled to 10 °C and carefully sorted on a conveyor belt. After a 6-day cold soak, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at 20–23 °C for 12–15 days. Malolactic fermentation and maturation occur mainly in French oak barrels (225–500 L, 3rd to 5th fill) for 12 months. The first blend is made after 6 months, and the wine remains in cellar for a year before release.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 months in French oak, 12 additional months in bottle\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Garnet red, typical of Xinomavro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the mountainous terrain of Naoussa, this Cuvée Villages introduces wine lovers to the dynamic character of Xinomavro and the depth of the region’s terroir. The vineyards’ combination of limestone, clay, and sandy soils at varying elevations contributes to a vivid balance of fruit, freshness, and structure.\u003cbr\u003eVibrant and aromatic, the wine opens with notes of strawberry, cherry, and plum, accented by subtle hints of sweet spice and tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied with refined acidity and smooth, polished tannins, delivering both structure and finesse. The finish is long and harmonious, with a pleasing touch of red fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent on its own or paired with grilled meats, pasta in red sauce, or fine cold cuts. A classic, balanced expression of Naoussa’s noble grape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lenoo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47868740599978,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/0241\/6042\/files\/KirYianniNaoussaX.png?v=1770906288","url":"https:\/\/lenoowine.com\/products\/2022-kir-yianni-naoussa-xinomavro-cuvee-villages-pdo","provider":"LENOO Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}