Alpha Estate, Xinomavro Reserve Vieilles Vignes ‘Barba Yannis’, 6x75cl

🍷 Alpha Estate, Xinomavro Reserve Vieilles Vignes ‘Barba Yannis’
Country: Greece | Region: Amyndeon
Appellation: PDO Amyndeon | Grape Variety: 100% Xinomavro
Style: Still Red Wine | Winemaking: Hand-harvested from 90+ year-old ungrafted vines; fermented with controlled maceration; aged in French oak barrels for 24 months followed by extended bottle ageing
Farming: Sustainable with minimal intervention

🌟 A noble Greek red—refined, powerful, and age-worthy.

👁 In the Glass:
Deep ruby with garnet edges—intense and elegant.

👃 On the Nose:
Complex and aromatic, offering layers of ripe cherry, sun-dried tomato, rose petal, and black olive. Hints of spice, leather, and earth reflect the variety’s distinctive character.

👅 On the Palate:
Full-bodied with firm tannins and vibrant acidity. Concentrated red fruit and savoury spice unfold into a long, structured finish, marked by minerality and finesse.

🍽 Food Pairing:
Perfect with lamb shank, grilled game meats, tomato-based stews, or aged cheeses. A natural fit for Mediterranean and slow-cooked dishes.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Outstanding now, with the ability to age gracefully for 15–20+ years.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
‘Barba Yannis’ is a benchmark Xinomavro from one of Greece’s most esteemed single vineyard plots. Powerful yet poised, it delivers Burgundian elegance with a distinctly Greek soul.