CASE OF 6 BOTTLES
 
Decanter Gold 95 points
 
Kir-Yianni was founded in 1997 by Yiannis Boutaris after he left his family’s historic Boutari Wine Group. A visionary winemaker, Yiannis played a key role in the revival of Greek wine. The estate has championed indigenous varieties long before they gained international acclaim and has been instrumental in defining the potential of the native red Xinomavro.
Today, Kir-Yianni is led by Yiannis’ son, fifth-generation winemaker Stellios Boutaris, who has strengthened Kir-Yianni’s modern reputation through a clear focus on sustainability, site-specific winemaking and continuous research and development.
 
Naoussa Cuvée Villages is produced from a strict selection of Xinomavro sourced from both the estate’s younger vines and small growers’ parcels across the different villages of the PDO Naoussa zone. The hilly landscape of Naoussa offers remarkable diversity in altitude, slope, soil composition and vineyard orientation, creating a complex mosaic of microclimates. This cuvée serves as an introduction to the richness of the region’s viticultural traditions, while showcasing the character and dynamism of Xinomavro in its heartland terroir.
 
Garnet red in colour, typical of Xinomavro. The nose shows vibrant red and black fruit aromas, including strawberry, cherry and plum. The palate is crisp and fruit-driven, with delicate notes of sweet spice and tobacco. Full-bodied, with good acidity and smooth, well-integrated tannins that provide structure and lead to a balanced, pleasant finish.
£19.95 per bottle
6+ £17.95 per bottle