Wines made from Xinomavro grapes of Magnissia
Discover the best wines made with Xinomavro as a single variety or as a blend of Magnissia.
More informations about the variety Xinomavro
Structured, taut reds with a clear ruby robe that quickly evolves towards tawny, firm tannins and sharp high acidity (hence its name, xino-mavro = acid-black), with aromas of red cherry, sun-dried tomato, black olive, dried herbs, spice, leather and balsamic notes. Fine ageing potential, often compared to Nebbiolo. Absolute star of Naoussa PDO in Greek Macedonia, also Amyndeo PDO. Very late-ripening autochthonous Greek variety.
More informations about the region of Thessalia
The wine region of Magnissia is located in the region of Thessalia of Greece. Wineries and vineyards like the Milea Winery or the Milea Winery produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Magnissia are Merlot, Xinomavro and Chardonnay, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Magnissia often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of spices, red fruit.