Why do we love it?
Xinomavraw Oenops has the smartest name we have ever come across! Why? Because the word 'raw' is synonymous with natural wines and this Xinomavro is one of the rawest, brutal, and pure expressions of the famous greek variety and has rightly impressed Masters of Wine, Decanter and Wine Enthusiast.
Nikos Karatzas founded his winery in 2015 but prior to that, he has been an oenologist at very important wineries in the country. This is also reflected in his unique wines. Xinomavraw Oenops is one of them and our favorite. Xinomavro for this wine comes from two top terroirs, Naoussa and Amyntaio. The wine was fermented with indigenous yeasts in egg-shaped amphorae and aged for 6 months. The wine was bottled unfiltered, without sulfites and other additives, having encapsulated all the essence and character of Xinomavro.
Bottles are super limited!
Tastes Like
Xinomavraw Oenops has bright ruby color and shy nose at the beginning. Flowers such as lavender and rose, are dressed with aromas of red fruits such as strawberry, cherry, cranberry and pomegranate. In the mouth it has medium body, crisp acidity and medium but juicy tannins. Fresh red fruits are combined with notes of sweet spices, tomato and herbs.