Summer Discovery Case

Summer Discovery CaseArtisan Vignerons de Naoussa, Xinomavro, Naoussa Xinomavro roughly translates as sour black and the grape is known for its dark colour, high acidity and big tannins, often labelled as the Barolo of Greece for those reasons along with its fragrant nose. This example by the Artisans Vignerons de Naoussa cooperative from their younger vines has dark fruit, prunes and plums with a herbaceous note and a refreshing acidity with rounded well structured

gravity-fed winery in the centre of Quel with the most up-to-date technology

gravel and iron

Parcels are situated on tuffeau soil

When they arrived at the vineyards

Fermentation occurs using indigenous yeasts from the vineyard - it takes place for one week at 14 °C including the skins

gravity-filled fermentation tanks

The finish is long and complex and with just a touch of aeration really shows its class

Harvesting is in late September

Mediterranean white with unusual balance and freshness for the area

pleasant bubbles that perfectly complement the wine's structure

Aignan and Saint-Mont in the Gers joined forces – and initials (PL for Plaisance

The nose is fresh with classic botrytis marmalade and ripe nectarine