Think of a bottle with the folllowing characteristics: one of the oldest vineyards of Goumenissa, a uniquely charismatic variety, biodynamic cultivation, an excellent vintage, a special micro–climate and two pioneering and eccentric wine makers. If these are not enough, then add, the great awards in major international wine competitions. The two Tatsis brothers, Stergios and Periklis, grow the beloved variety of Xinomavro applying biodynamic methods at the unique terroir of Gerakona area in Goumenissa, in one of the first vineyards after the fylloxera period.
The year 2016 was especially good for Goumenissa with excellent weather conditions which helped in the ideal maturing of the fruit while the low yield which does not exceed 400 kgr per acre, contributed to the amazing condensation of flavours and aromas. It matured in second use french oak barrels for more than 12 months and then it was bottled without stabilizing and filtering, intergrating all the characteristics of the dynamic variety.
Old Roots Xinomavro 2016 of Domaine Tatsis is a jewel of the area. Although still young, it has all the characteristics of a great red wine which will continue to develop for at least 15 – 20 years more!
Can you wait?
We suggest to decant it in a carafe in order to remove the sediment and to let it breathe for an hour before you savour it.