The best wines of Kilkis
Discover the best wines of Kilkis of Macedonia as well as the best winemakers of Kilkis and estates of Kilkis to visit. Explore the popular grape varieties of Kilkis and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Top wines of Kilkis by region
Looking for a good wine of Kilkis of Macedonia among the top wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent wines of Kilkis. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be appropriate with these exceptional wines. Learn more about the region and the wines of Kilkis with technical and enological descriptions.
Great red wines of Kilkis
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Food and wine pairing with a red wine of Kilkis
Red wines from the region of Kilkis go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of beef enchilladas au gratin, irish stew with beer or bocconcini (veal rolls with ham and comté).
Organoleptic analysis of red wine of Kilkis
On the nose the red wine of the region of Kilkis. often reveals types of flavors of oaky, cranberry or red fruit and sometimes also flavors of forest floor, vanilla or jam. In the mouth the red wine of the region of Kilkis. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
The best vintages in red wine of Kilkis
- 2009With an average score of 4.18/5
- 2019With an average score of 4.00/5
- 2016With an average score of 3.97/5
- 2011With an average score of 3.90/5
- 2007With an average score of 3.90/5
- 2004With an average score of 3.90/5
The most used grape varieties in red wine of Kilkis
- Xinomavro
- Negoska
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
The best wineries and winemakers for red wine of Kilkis
A wine route planned in the region of Kilkis? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best red wine of Kilkis.
- Winery Chatzivaritis Estate Kilkis
- Winery Kthma Xatzhbapyth Kilkis
- Winery Sakalaki (Σακαλάκη) Kilkis
Discovering the wine region of Kilkis
The wine region of Kilkis is located in the region of Macedonia of Greece. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Kthma Xatzhbapyth or the Domaine Kthma Xatzhbapyth produce mainly wines red and white. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Kilkis are Assyrtiko et Xinomavro, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Kilkis often reveals types of flavors of earth, tree fruit or citrus fruit.
We currently count 1 estates and châteaux in the of Kilkis, producing 4 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Kilkis go well with generally quite well with dishes .
Great white wines of Kilkis
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Food and wine pairing with a white wine of Kilkis
White wines from the region of Kilkis go well with generally quite well with dishes of rich fish (salmon, tuna etc), shellfish or vegetarian such as recipes of salmon steak on a bed of leeks, fish and shrimp curry or spinach and goat cheese quiche.
Organoleptic analysis of white wine of Kilkis
On the nose the white wine of the region of Kilkis. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, orange peel or non oak and sometimes also flavors of earth, microbio or vegetal.
The best vintages in white wine of Kilkis
- 2005With an average score of 4.10/5
- 2011With an average score of 4.00/5
- 2018With an average score of 3.88/5
- 2019With an average score of 3.82/5
- 2017With an average score of 3.81/5
- 2016With an average score of 3.79/5
The most used grape varieties in white wine of Kilkis
- Assyrtiko
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Rhoditis
- Chardonnay
- Malagouzia
- Malaga Blanc
The best wineries and winemakers for white wine of Kilkis
A wine route planned in the region of Kilkis? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best white wine of Kilkis.
- Winery Κτήμα Χατζηβαρύτη Slopes of Paiko
- Winery Kthma Xatzhbapyth Kilkis
- Winery Sakalaki (Σακαλάκη) Kilkis
Discover the grape variety: Sauvignon
Sauvignon Gris is a grape variety that originated in France (South-West). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches and small grapes. Sauvignon Gris can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Burgundy, Jura, Beaujolais, Armagnac, Provence & Corsica, Rhone Valley, Savoie & Bugey.
Great sparkling wines of Kilkis
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Food and wine pairing with a sparkling wine of Kilkis
Sparkling wines from the region of Kilkis go well with generally quite well with dishes of spicy food or sweet desserts such as recipes of tunisian tagine or gaufress and light.
Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wine of Kilkis
On the nose the sparkling wine of the region of Kilkis. often reveals types of flavors of citrus fruit.
The best vintages in sparkling wine of Kilkis
- 2018With an average score of 4.30/5
- 2019With an average score of 4.10/5
The most used grape varieties in sparkling wine of Kilkis
- Malagouzia
- Xinomavro
- Muscat of Alexandria
The best wineries and winemakers for sparkling wine of Kilkis
A wine route planned in the region of Kilkis? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best sparkling wine of Kilkis.
- Winery Kthma Xatzhbapyth Kilkis
The word of the wine: Aqueous
Said of a diluted wine for which one has the impression that water has been added.
Great pink wines of Kilkis
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Food and wine pairing with a pink wine of Kilkis
Pink wines from the region of Kilkis go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of sauté of lamb with curry, tanjia (lamb shoulder confit) or caramel pork.
Organoleptic analysis of pink wine of Kilkis
On the nose the pink wine of the region of Kilkis. often reveals types of flavors of red fruit, strawberries or thyme and sometimes also flavors of earth, spices or oregano.
The best vintages in pink wine of Kilkis
- 2016With an average score of 3.90/5
- 2013With an average score of 3.70/5
- 2017With an average score of 3.60/5
- 2018With an average score of 3.60/5
The most used grape varieties in pink wine of Kilkis
- Xinomavro
- Negoska
- Shiraz/Syrah
- Cabernet Sauvignon
The best wineries and winemakers for pink wine of Kilkis
A wine route planned in the region of Kilkis? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best pink wine of Kilkis.
- Winery Sakalaki (Σακαλάκη) Kilkis
- Winery Kthma Xatzhbapyth Kilkis
Discover the grape variety: Xinomavro
A very old grape variety grown in Greece and very well known in Central Macedonia. It is most certainly a descendant of white gouais and should not be confused with mavrud or mavroudi. It should be noted that many grape varieties have the synonym mavro. Xinomavro is registered in the Official Catalogue of wine grape varieties, list A1.
News from the vineyard of Kilkis
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Rare Lafite 1887 magnum tops £22,000 in Sotheby’s auction
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