Northern Greece's great native red. Tomato leaf, olive, firm tannin.
Alpha Estate Xinomavro Single Vineyard "Hedgehog" PDO
Red vinification with cold soak and ageing for twelve months in French oak barrels of medium grain and white toasting and twelve months in the bottle before release.
"Hedgehog" is the name of the single vineyard block, chosen by the Alpha Estate vinegrowing team to designate the best expression and typical character of Xinomavro, the noblest red varietal of northern Greece. The vineyard name is Hedgehog because it is an ancient nesting area for the local hedgehog species that we continue to preserve and protect. The vineyard is at an altitude of 690 metres, at the south block of the estate, with northern exposure, on low fertility soil of excellent drainage, facing Petron lake and Voras mountain.
Excellent with juicy grilled red meats, sausages, stews, beef or pork in spicy tomato sauce, grilled capsicums, ripe matured cheeses. Best enjoyed at 16-18 degrees C.
- Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) of Amyndeon, Florina, Greece
- 100% Xinomavro varietal composition
- Certified vegan wine - V-Label European Vegetarian Union
Alpha Estate Xinomavro PDO is a Greek red wine made at Alpha Estate in Amyndeon, northern Greece. Xinomavro is northern Greece's flagship red grape, often compared to Italy's Nebbiolo for its firm tannin and savoury character. Pour it with slow-roasted lamb or a rich tomato-based dish. You can buy Alpha Estate Xinomavro PDO online at The Liquory, and we deliver it from our Sydney warehouse right across Australia.
