Thymiopoulos Young Vines Xinomavro Naoussa PDO

Naoussa PDO, Greece

The ideal introduction to Xinomavro — Thymiopoulos's Young Vines is unoaked (concrete only) and minimal sulphur, allowing the variety's natural character to shine without the sometimes-forbidding tannin of older wines. Vibrant pale ruby; fresh cherry tomato, dried rose, herbs, and a light mineral note. Drinks beautifully at 3–8 years. An accessible entry into one of Europe's most distinctive indigenous varieties.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Young Xinomavro's tomato-rose character and fresh acidity is the born companion for moussaka; the wine's slight tannin cuts through the béchamel richness while harmonising with the tomato sauce.
• main: Xinomavro's saline-mineral character and bright acidity bridges the charred octopus; the lemon resonates with the wine's own citrus freshness; capers add a salt-umami bridge.