Kir-YianniAkakies Xinomavro Rosé 2022

Product code: 17094
£14.75 inc VAT
£88.50 / case of 6
Greece
Rosé Wine from
Macedonia, Greece
Country
Country: Greece
Region
Region: Macedonia
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Amyndaio
Type
Type: Rosé Wine
Winery
Winery: Kir-Yianni
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Xinomavro
Grape: 100% Xinomavro
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Country
Country: Greece
Region
Region: Macedonia
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Amyndaio
Type
Type: Rosé Wine
Winery
Winery: Kir-Yianni
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Xinomavro
Grape: 100% Xinomavro

Product Notes

Kir-Yianni Akakies Xinomavro Rosé is an elegant Greek wine, exhibiting a delightful, vibrant pink colour with cherry and strawberry scents. Its taste is pleasantly complex with well-balanced acidity and an extraordinary freshness. Its red fruit characteristics and earthy undertones provide a fabulously dry palate. This rosé is made from the exotic Xinomavro grape and is renowned for its exceptional quality and subtly spiced finish. Its tantalising taste works well with seafood, salad, or as an aperitif. Delightful and refreshing, the Kir-Yianni Akakies Xinomavro Rosé caters to various palates, making it a favourite choice for wine enthusiasts alike.

Tasting Notes

Bright, with a rich aromatic character aromas of strawberry and small red forest fruits compose the typically seductive character of the wine. The round acidity is refreshing, without the pungent intensity of an Amyndeon rosé, while the wine finishes with a lingering, fruity aftertaste. Fruity with vegetal notes, refreshing acidity and a lingering aftertaste

About the Winery

Kir-Yianni

Nestled in the heart of the captivating Greek landscape lies the venerable Kir-Yianni winery. A renowned establishment in wine craftsmanship, Kir-Yianni prides itself in producing diverse types of top-quality wines that embody the essences of their exquisite local terroirs.

The existent soil composition and climate variation within its vineyards result in grapes with distinct innate traits. This exemplary natural factor complemented by Kir-Yianni's commitment to sustainable farming practices and innovative vinification techniques is pivotal in the crafting of unique, characterful wines.

The roots of Kir-Yianni winery date as far back as 1967, when Yiannis Boutaris founded the estate in the northwestern part of Greece. A true pioneer in the Greek wine industry, Boutaris introduced France's famed barrel ageing method to Greece, further enhancing the quality and complexity of his wines. The Kir-Yianni winery, now operated by his sons Stellios and Michalis Boutaris, continues to uphold the traditional values of its founder without losing sight of continuous innovation. In 1997, it became ‘Kir-Yianni’, to encompass the spirit of its founder and the team's commitment to excellence.

Their boutique approach to wine production is fondly reflected in their red wine label "Ramnista", a Xinomavro that delivers a bold, complex palate. Concurrently, their white varietals, such as Malagousia and Assyrtiko, are delicately balanced and captivating. Kir-Yianni’s vineyards spans over two regions, Amyndeon and Naoussa which, collectively boasts over 40 hectares of carefully tended vines.

Focused on producing wines that represent the essence of the Greek terroir, Kir-Yianni winery truly epitomises the Greek spirit; marked by passion, tenacity and a yearning for exploring uncharted territories. Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur or simply someone seeking a taste of Greek tradition: Kir-Yianni is a rich tapestry of flavours intertwined with unique history that certainly leaves a lingering impression.

https://kiryianni.gr

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