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Kir-Yianni "Ramnista" Naoussa Xinomavro 2015
94
Wine & Spirits
91
Wine Advocate
(4/30/2019) "The 2015 Ramnista is the winery's classic Xinomavro, aged for 18 months in 30% new French oak. It comes in at 13% alcohol. When last seen, it was a little tight with sharp edges-to some extent, that's the style. Let's check in. This has fleshed out nicely, seeming rounder and softer in terms of texture - but there is still lots of power hiding underneath. It pops up to the foreground pretty promptly. Overall, this is a bit more approachable, but that doesn't mean it's ready. It really needs a couple of more years to become more expressive and better balanced. In other words, continue on as originally directed. Everything looks good. Drink Date: 2021-2040."
(4/30/2019) "The 2015 Ramnista is the winery's classic Xinomavro, aged for 18 months in 30% new French oak. It comes in at 13% alcohol. When last seen, it was a little tight with sharp edges-to some extent, that's the style. Let's check in. This has fleshed out nicely, seeming rounder and softer in terms of texture - but there is still lots of power hiding underneath. It pops up to the foreground pretty promptly. Overall, this is a bit more approachable, but that doesn't mean it's ready. It really needs a couple of more years to become more expressive and better balanced. In other words, continue on as originally directed. Everything looks good. Drink Date: 2021-2040."
$
1999
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Kir-Yianni "Ramnista" Naoussa Xinomavro 2015
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 16 | (847) 277-0033 |
Store Details |
| Chicago | 39 | (773) 489-3454 |
Store Details |
| Highland Park | 49 | (847) 831-1049 |
Store Details |
We do our best to provide accurate inventory information on the products we offer. However, items that are in high demand will occasionally sell out before the inventory can be updated.
Alpha Estate "Hedgehog Vineyard" Xinomavro 2015
90
Wine & Spirits
90+
Wine Advocate
(6/29/2018) "The 2015 Xinomavro Hedgehog Vineyard was aged for 12 months in an equal mixture of new and second use French oak and comes in at 12.8% alcohol. If you want to know why this region and grape have a reputation for acidity, this issue certainly shows you. This is one good example. Silky yet fruity, without a lot of concentration but with enlivening lift to the fruit and plenty of power, this has all those old-school Xinomavro nuances of earth and amber to go with the big hits of acidity. These types of Xinomavro make me think 'Nebbiolo' every time. In fact, this often seems to have more rusticity than Alpha's upper-level (and typically more refined) Vielles Vignes bottling. When these old-school types come down the road, you are best off letting them rest a bit and coming back in a few years. The acidity and tannins will preserve them for a long time, perhaps longer than expected, so there is no rush. This is a fine value that does a lot of great things that wines in this price category often do not-but you will need some patience, and it does have to be your style. Drink Date: 2020 - 2035."
(6/29/2018) "The 2015 Xinomavro Hedgehog Vineyard was aged for 12 months in an equal mixture of new and second use French oak and comes in at 12.8% alcohol. If you want to know why this region and grape have a reputation for acidity, this issue certainly shows you. This is one good example. Silky yet fruity, without a lot of concentration but with enlivening lift to the fruit and plenty of power, this has all those old-school Xinomavro nuances of earth and amber to go with the big hits of acidity. These types of Xinomavro make me think 'Nebbiolo' every time. In fact, this often seems to have more rusticity than Alpha's upper-level (and typically more refined) Vielles Vignes bottling. When these old-school types come down the road, you are best off letting them rest a bit and coming back in a few years. The acidity and tannins will preserve them for a long time, perhaps longer than expected, so there is no rush. This is a fine value that does a lot of great things that wines in this price category often do not-but you will need some patience, and it does have to be your style. Drink Date: 2020 - 2035."
$
1899
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Alpha Estate "Hedgehog Vineyard" Xinomavro 2015
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Out of stock | (847) 277-0033 |
Store Details |
| Chicago | Out of stock | (773) 489-3454 |
Store Details |
| Highland Park | 2 | (847) 831-1049 |
Store Details |
We do our best to provide accurate inventory information on the products we offer. However, items that are in high demand will occasionally sell out before the inventory can be updated.
Kir-Yianni "Cuvee Villages" Naoussa Xinomavro 2017
90
Our Score
90
Wine Advocate
(4/20/2019) "The 2017 Naoussa Cuvée Villages, a relatively new brand, is all Xinomavro aged for 12 months in used French oak (with 10% American). It comes in at 14% alcohol. This bottling hasn't been around for long, but it already looks like a winner. Showing fine concentration for the level, it adds a refined demeanor and a real backbone. The tannins aren't too hard, though, so you can drink this young."
(4/20/2019) "The 2017 Naoussa Cuvée Villages, a relatively new brand, is all Xinomavro aged for 12 months in used French oak (with 10% American). It comes in at 14% alcohol. This bottling hasn't been around for long, but it already looks like a winner. Showing fine concentration for the level, it adds a refined demeanor and a real backbone. The tannins aren't too hard, though, so you can drink this young."
$
1499
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Kir-Yianni "Cuvee Villages" Naoussa Xinomavro 2017
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 37 | (847) 277-0033 |
Store Details |
| Chicago | 32 | (773) 489-3454 |
Store Details |
| Highland Park | 59 | (847) 831-1049 |
Store Details |
We do our best to provide accurate inventory information on the products we offer. However, items that are in high demand will occasionally sell out before the inventory can be updated.
