You probably remember that Markovitis Winery produces one of the best Xinomavro wines in the Naoussa region! Now, it's time to try it in its rosé version. Greece’s first organic vineyard has truly brought out the best in this variety!
Young winemaker Markos Markovitis, after studying oenology at LVWO Winsberg in Germany, is now leading the historic Naoussa winery as the third generation. He firmly believes that a winemaker should fully identify with the variety they cultivate. A unique feature of the winery is its 140-acre single vineyard, planted in 1972 by his grandfather, which has developed into a distinctive ecosystem. With limited production, it consistently delivers grapes of great power and exceptional ripeness.
For the 2023 Xinomavro Rosé, the harvest was done by hand, and the wine fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation. This combination resulted in a highly appealing wine, where the grape’s fruity freshness is complemented by its signature tomato-like character, reminding us of its origins!
We tasted it and absolutely loved it alongside stuffed eggplants with braised beef and feta, while it’s still young and vibrant. But we also agreed that it’s going to evolve beautifully over the next 2–3 years!
