Kir Yianni L’Esprit Du Lac 2023
Type: Rose
Country: Greece
Region: Northwestern Greece
Grape Variety: 100% Xinomavro
Viticulture: Organic Farming
Climate: Continental climate
Terroir: A rigorous selection of Xinomavro vines of at least 40 years of age, grown on small parcels scattered around Agios Panteleimonas, within the PDO zone of Amyndeon in Northern Greece. Continental-ish climate in the cooler wine region of Greece, located in a stunning plateau at 600 meters above sea level, with poor sandy soils, neighbouring lakes and mountainous surroundings. An ideal location for Xinomavro to ripe and display its unique backbone
Ageing: Rigorous grape selection on conveyor belt and direct pressing. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at temperatures between 17–19 °C with periodical, mild stirring of the fine lees (batonnage) for 4 months
Color: Pale salmon pink
Nose: The nose starts with floral aromas and revealing layers of apricot, white-fleshed peach, tangy strawberry, and subtle herbal notes
Palate: The same fine complexity rolls into the mouthfeel that balances lusciousness with crispness and a delicate touch of tannins. Harmonious finish
About the Winery:
Kir-Yianni was founded in 1997 by Yiannis Boutaris, one of the leading figures in the Greek wine industry, when he left the Boutari Wine Group, the premium family wine company that his grandfather established in 1879. Today, Stellios Boutaris, member of the fifth generation of winemakers, leads Kir-Yianni into the next phase of its history, by dynamically exploiting the cornerstones of the Kir-Yianni philosophy: desire for innovation, respect for tradition and true knowledge of the wine, from the grape to the end consumer.
