Kir Yianni Samaropetra 2020

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Kir Yianni
Label Name:
 
Samaropetra
Vintage:
 
2020
Country:
 
Greece
Region:
 
Florina (Macedonia)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Sauvignon Blanc
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Other Samaropetra vintages have received recognition (e. g. , Mundus Vini Silver for recent vintages)

Tasting Note
Bright lemon-green; grassy and green-pepper aromas with asparagus, white flowers, peach and citrus. Full yet crisp palate with vibrant acidity and a persistent, refreshing finish.

Food Pairing
Western: goat cheese, grilled seafood, chicken salads, ceviche, lemon risotto. Asian: sushi/sashimi, Thai green curry (mild), Vietnamese fresh herbs dishes, grilled prawns with citrus.

Production Method
Hand-harvested; cold pre-fermentation maceration; stainless-steel fermentation at 16–18°C; 3–4 months on fine lees with occasional bâtonnage.

Vineyard Info
Ktima Kir‑Yianni, founded 1997 by Yiannis Boutaris, farms high-altitude vineyards in Amyndeon/Florina; estate focuses on research-driven viticulture and sustainable practices.