Oenos Mittas, Naoussa Xinomavro, 2023 Core and a distinct mineral backbone

and a distinct mineral backbone that carries into an incredibly long

one of Barolo’s most iconic vineyards

This 2024 vintage delivers ultra-pretty aromas of lavender

and almost lost forever until a few passionate winemakers (like Cisteller) brought it back to life

The wine opens with an aromatic symphony of red berries—ripe cherry

Oenos Mittas, Naoussa Xinomavro, 2023 Core and a distinct mineral backboneYiannis Mittas was just 28 years old at his first release, but the wines he makes from his family's 1. 8 hectare plot in Paliokalias one of Naoussa's most prized sub zones read like the work of someone who has been here for generations. Xinomavro is Greece's great red grape: high acid, firm tannins, delicate red fruit, and a floral complexity that draws frequent comparison to Nebbiolo. Mittas works it with a light hand 12. 5% alcohol, whole cluster