{"title":"NORTHERN GREECE \u0026 MACEDONIA","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Vineyards in Macedonia, Northern Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Macedonia_Banner.jpg?v=1710446021\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eStretching from the dramatic Pindos mountain range in the west to the borders of Thrace in the east, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"101\"\u003eNorthern Greece and Macedonia\u003c\/b\u003e represent the country’s most exciting frontier for cool-climate winemaking. This vast, diverse landscape sees vineyards scattered beautifully amidst rolling orchards, perched on steep mountain slopes, and nestled along breezy coastlines and lakesides. These nearby waters create a highly favourable temperate microclimate, perfectly balancing the bright northern sunshine. This unique environment allows grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, locking a magnificent structural crispness, intense aromatic perfume, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"644\"\u003ejuicy vibrancy\u003c\/b\u003e into the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eBecause the region benefits from fertile soils with excellent natural water resources, the vineyards here are masterfully designed using modern, linear layouts with low planting densities. This clever viticultural setup gives the vines plenty of room to breathe and soak up nourishment, allowing the region to excel at both local and international grape varieties. For everyday drinkers looking for familiar favourites with a unique twist, the region produces some of Greece's absolute best expressions of crisp \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"512\"\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/b\u003e, rich Chardonnay, and velvety Syrah, each carrying a bright, clean, and refreshing profile that makes them incredibly easy to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBeyond these familiar international styles, the undisputed king of the northern terrain is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"91\"\u003eXinomavro\u003c\/b\u003e, celebrated as the noblest native red grape of the region. This historic variety skips simple, sweet fruit profiles to deliver a wonderfully complex, savory alternative packed with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"282\"\u003esour cherry\u003c\/b\u003e, wild herbs, and a distinct hint of spice. Because of this brilliant balance of refreshing whites and structured, food-friendly reds, these northern wines are remarkably versatile at the dinner table. They pair effortlessly with a wide range of everyday meals, making a spectacular match for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"586\"\u003egrilled chicken\u003c\/b\u003e, roasted lamb, fresh seafood, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"636\"\u003echarred halloumi\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"alpha-estate-axia-red","title":"Alpha Estate 'Axia' Xinomavro Syrah 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha Estate Axia Red is a blend of Xinomavro (50%) and Syrah (50%). Aged on its lees for seven months with regular stirring, before being matured for 12 months in 100% Allier oak casks, of medium to light toast. The wine was then aged for a further 12 months in bottle. A complex bouquet of ripe blackberry combined with exotic spice, vanilla, clove and cracked pepper. Full bodied on the palate, with rounded tannins, a balancing freshness, this blend delivers rich, dark fruits and intense quince flavours, with vanilla tones from the seamlessly integrated oak through to a long persistent finish. [#intro]A full bodied \u0026amp; concentrated red with natural freshness, savoury red fruits \u0026amp; spicy flavours...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alpha Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23361102184506,"sku":"A21ALPHAAXIARED-1","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/AxiaRedBottle.jpg?v=1596900956"},{"product_id":"alpha-estate-malagouzia-turtles-single-vineyard","title":"Alpha Estate Malagouzia Turtles Single Vineyard 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlpha Estate's Malagouzia grapes (pronounced Mah-lah-gou-ZYA) come from a single vineyard site, known as \"Turtles\" because it is a nesting site for the local turtle population. The wine spends two months on its fine lees or \"sur lie\" imparting a creamy texture and added complexity to the final wine. A strong and lively nose of grapefruit, nectarine and hints of almond blossom. This richly textured wine is very flavoursome, has superb length, balance and plenty of finesse. 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After vinification the wine was maintained on its fine lees (\"sur lie\") for eighteen months with regular stirring. The wine matured in French oak for 24 months before being bottled without fining or filtration and then spent a further 12 months ageing in the bottle before release. A complex and typical Xinomavro (pronounced Ksee no' ma vro), showing aromas of smoky black fruits, strawberries, dark cherries, liquorice, sundried tomatoes, and delicate spice. Full bodied and structured on the palate, with a rich depth of fruit, concentrated savoury notes and a touch of oak. The velvety tannins lead through to a persistent and aromatic finish.[#intro]This is a savoury red wine made from 90-year-old Xinomavro vines...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alpha Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23363837329466,"sku":"A22ALPHAXINORESV-1","price":31.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Xinomavro_Reserve.jpg?v=1560851000"},{"product_id":"ktima-gerovassiliou-malagousia","title":"Ktima Gerovassiliou Malagousia 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt Ktima Gerovassiliou, the single, private vineyard is cultivated with great care and enthusiasm, which leads to the production of high quality wines that carry all the distinct characteristics of the terroir of Epanomi. The vineyard is surrounded on three sides by the sea, which is just 3km away, while its west side faces Mount Olympus and the beaches of Pieria. The Malagousia (pronounced Mah-lah-gou-ZYA) displays expressive and complex aromas of white pear, mango and lemon zest combined with floral hints. Delightful and refreshing on the palate it is rich and harmonious with a spicy, mouthwatering finish with a delicious flinty, mineral character.[#intro]A vibrant, aromatic wine with a spicy and opulent mouthfeel...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ktima Gerovassiliou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31828710129731,"sku":"A25KTIMAMALAGOUSIA-1","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Malagousia_Medal.jpg?v=1560864851"},{"product_id":"ktima-gerovassiliou-estate-white","title":"Ktima Gerovassiliou Estate White 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ktima Gerovassiliou Estate White is a pioneering, award winning, white wine blend of Malagousia (50%) and Assyrtiko (50%) grapes grown on the estate's single private vineyard. Expressive aromas of exotic fruits combined with hints of pepper, orange, jasmine, orange, melon and a touch of lemon. Beautifully refined on the palate which is characterised by richness, harmony and a bright lemony finish. A terrific companion for Asian cuisine, fresh shellfish, creamy-sauce based pasta dishes, appetisers and salads with Greek Feta.[#intro]A beautifully balanced, lively, attractive \u0026amp; vivacious Malagousia and Assyrtiko blend...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ktima Gerovassiliou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23364446093370,"sku":"A24KTIMIESTWHITE-1","price":21.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/EstateWhite_6aaa87be-2b9e-4577-9ba3-40ab286e8b2f.jpg?v=1637054384"},{"product_id":"ktima-gerovassiliou-avaton-red-wine","title":"Ktima Gerovassiliou Avaton 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ktima Gerovassiliou Avaton is a luscious red wine blend of three indigenous Greek grape varieties: Limnio, Mavroudi and Mavrotragano. Limnio, mentioned by comic dramatist Aristophanes as \"Limnia ampelos\" in the 5th century BC is the oldest attested Greek grape variety and predominates in this wine. Aged for 15 months in French oak, ripe dark fruits combine with notes of raisin, coffee, cacao and a hint of spice. Perfumed and polished, this smooth, medium bodied wine delivers sweet and sour notes of black plum, with depth and spice leading to a dry finish. Totally unique![#intro]Intensely flavoured with bags of black cherry fruit underlined by dark chocolate \u0026amp;  tapinade...[\/intro] \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ktima Gerovassiliou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23364509663290,"sku":"A22KTIMAAVATON-1","price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Avaton.jpg?v=1692363454"},{"product_id":"alpha-estate-single-vineyard-hedgehog-rose","title":"Alpha Estate Single Vineyard Hedgehog Rosé 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha Estate Single Vineyard Hedgehog Rosé is an award winning wine made from the local Xinomavro grape variety, with the delicate rosé colour obtained using the saignée method. This is an elegant pale-salmon coloured rosé with an aromatic and fresh bouquet of lively strawberries, cranberries, citrus zest, hints of rhubarb and mineral tones. 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Traditionally the wines are pale in colour, yet high in tannins, somewhat akin to Italy's Nebbiolo. Grapes for the wine come from fifteen to twenty-five-year-old vines planted on schist and limestone-clay soils in Naoussa. They were handpicked in late September and early October and underwent fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks, with 25% whole bunches used, before being bottled unoaked. Belying the pale colour, this wine packs in plenty of character, offering dark fruit, tobacco and black olive flavours alongside a bracing acidity and a bold tannic structure. Baby Barolo! 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This wine was made from free-run juice which was fermented with wild and cultivated yeasts at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks, where it spent two to four weeks on the fine lees. Maturation in stainless steel retained the freshness and Assyrtiko expression of this special terroir. A crisp and uplifting Assyrtiko, with complex notes of lime, citrus blossom and peach, highlighted by mineral overtones. Generously textured, with lovely balance and a long, lemony finish. 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High diurnal temperature ranges during spring and summer impart the grapes with intense aromas, high natural acidity and concentrated flavours. The Limniona grapes were hand-picked and carefully sorted. At the winery, whole bunch fermentation took place with selected yeasts lasting for five days before being transferred to a pneumatic press for gentle pressing. Malolactic conversion took place to soften and round out the palate. The wine was aged in French oak barriques (90%) and American oak barriques (10%) mostly of second use for 12 months, before being bottle aged for a further 12 months. The Theopetra Estate Limniona is a supple, elegant and fruity red wine with aromas of cherry, raspberry, sweet quince and dried figs complemented by hints of nutmeg, clove and black pepper. On the palate, silky tannins with ripe, red berried flavours and a long, smooth finish. 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