Tasting Notes
The Rapsani Old Vines is the estate's single-parcel prestige expression of the appellation: from Tourtoura, a 0.35-hectare block within the Prosilia vineyard where the vines are 67 years old, predominantly Xinomavro with a little Krassato and Stavroto. Rapsani is one of Greece's few PDO appellations requiring a specific blend of three indigenous Thessalian varieties: Xinomavro provides structure and intensity; Krassato and Stavroto, local to Thessaly, soften its rustic character and add approachability without sacrificing depth. Iron-rich schist soils at altitude, certified organic, no irrigation, low yields. Wild yeast fermentation; ageing in second-use French oak, then stainless steel and bottle. Complex bouquet of dried cherry, currant and tomato leaf — the Xinomavro signature — with herbs, spice, ink and leather; juicy and medium-bodied, vibrant acidity, ripe and structured tannins, long finish. A serious Rapsani for the cellar. Good with lamb, game, rich pasta dishes and firm cheeses.
Details:
- Grape variety: Xinomavro dominant, Krassato, Stavroto blend (67-year-old vines, 0.35ha Tourtoura parcel), iron-rich schist, Prosilia, Rapsani PDO; certified organic
- Vinification: Manual harvest; wild yeasts; no irrigation; minimal intervention
- Aging: Second-use French oak, then stainless steel and bottle; 8–12 years ageing potential
- Organoleptic description: Deep ruby; dried cherry, currant, tomato leaf, herbs, spice, ink, leather; vibrant acidity, structured tannins, long complex finish
- Food pairing: Lamb, game, rich pasta dishes, firm cheeses
