Greece's 'Barolo' — firm, tomato-and-olive-scented Xinomavro.
On the slopes of Mount Vermio in Macedonia, northern Greece, Naoussa makes the country's most celebrated red from Xinomavro. Like Nebbiolo, it is pale but tannic, with sour cherry, tomato and olive notes that develop beautifully with age.
Country
Greece
Climate
Continental, mountain slopes
Key grapes
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Areas to know
3
Sub-regions and appellations you'll see on the label.
Naoussa PDO
The benchmark for Xinomavro
Amyndeon
Cool lakeside — rosé and sparkling Xinomavro
Goumenissa
Xinomavro blended with Negoska
Local classics and safe bets.
Say it at the table
“Xinomavro from Naoussa is often called Greece's Barolo — pale, firm and savoury, with cherry, tomato and olive.”
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