1879 Boutari Legacy

Vintage 2016
by J. Boutari & Sons Wineries S.A.
Varietal Xinomavro
Color red
Region Macedonia
Country Greece
Medal Score
7.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
sun-dried tomatoblack olivedried oreganoblack cherrycedarleather
Palate

Medium-plus body with firm, grippy tannins and bright, tangy acidity wrapped in a fine, slightly rustic texture.

Finish

Long and persistent, leaving notes of dark plum skin, tobacco and a saline mineral edge.

Food Pairings
  • • slow-roasted lamb shoulder
  • • moussaka
  • • grilled portobello with feta
  • • braised short ribs with tomato
  • • aged kefalotyri cheese
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
2024 through 2035

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold Mundus Vini Spring Tasting 2023
Silver Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition 2022
Bronze Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition 2021

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