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The release of a new label by the talented producer of Naoussa is really news, since Markos Markovitis for years channeled all his energy into the only - until now - Naoussa label he produces. But having stylistically elevated his red wine in recent years, he comes to expand his range of wines with a brand new rosé from 100% Xinomavro. His new effort is amazing, you could say that his rosé breaks away from ephemeral fashions and "borders" more on a red wine. At first glance this is a rosé with structure, body, substance and that characteristic "bite" of Xinomavro. The fruit is extremely ripe, the alcohol gives it volume but the characteristic freshness of the variety helps it not to lack energy. Perhaps the most serious and focused gastronomic rosé you've tasted in recent times.
The single vineyard is located in the location of Paula Nera Naoussa. In recent years, in a continuous restructuring programme, Markovitis has gradually vineed this particular area, with the average age of the stumps currently standing at 9 years. The grapes for his rosé are fermented with spontaneous yeasts in stainless steel tanks where the wine also undergoes malolactic fermentation. It is bottled after natural sedimentation and with very low levels of sulphites. The winemaking is minimally invasive and this is possible through the excellent work and effort that goes into the vineyard.
An awesome balance of freshness and oxidative character, a hint of honey aromas and richness reminiscent of the equally wonderful sparkling wines from the Chenin Blanc variety. Indigene does not want or resemble champagne in any way. The slow second fermentation in the bottle, which can last for over six months, contributes to the complexity of the wine,...
