Domaine Karydas, Xinomavro, Naoussa, Greece
| Vintage: | 2016 |
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| Description: | The 2016 Naoussa is, of course, a Xinomavro, aged for 18 months in 35% new French oak. Sourced from the Gastra area, this comes in at 13.9% alcohol. Typically a fine wine and fine value, this vintage looks like a good example of both of those points. Elegant yet lush, this opens with a bit of wood. Then, the fruit rises above it, showing more purity, a hint of earth and plenty of character as it airs out. There's a bit of steel on the finish too, but not lot, and the mid-palate shows finesse. This is ready to drink at this late date, and it's relatively soft for Xinomavro. If I had a quibble, it would be that the structure this year lags a bit behind the fruit. For many who decry more rustic versions of Xinomavro, that will seem just fine, as this is balanced and sensual with a relatively modern feel. It's worth leaning up for the moment. We'll see if it ages well in time, but it certainly won't fall off the table any time soon."-90WA |
| Price: | $ 39.00 |
| Price in original currency: | None |
