Structure
Drinking window
Critic scores
| Critic | Vintage | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Decanter World Wine Awards reviewed 2023 | 2013 | 87/100 |
Scores as published by each critic for the vintage shown.
In the glass
Aroma: wood, cinnamon, red fruit
Palate: full body, pleasant acidity, strong tannin
Boutari's long-aged reserve tier, four years of combined barrel and bottle age before release, with the deep brick-edged colour and dried-spice character that extended ageing brings to Xinomavro.
What it pairs with
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Red meat dishes
Producer-recommended pairing; strong tannin matches red meat. -
Pasta
Producer-recommended pairing. -
Cheese platter
Producer-recommended pairing; the wine's acidity cuts through richer cheeses.
History
A long-aged reserve tier from Boutari's Naoussa winery, four years combined barrel and bottle age before release.
- 2023: The 2013 vintage won Bronze at the Decanter World Wine Awards
Facts
- Producer
- Boutari Naoussa Winery · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Xinomavro (100%)
- Classification
- Naoussa PDO
- Oak
- 4 years total ageing, 2 of which in French oak barrels, followed by further bottle age at the winery
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR22-30 at retail
- Drinking window
- 8-20 from vintage
Frequently asked about Grande Reserve Naoussa
What does Grande Reserve Naoussa taste like?
Wood and cinnamon aromas over red fruit, with a full, strongly tannic palate and pleasant acidity from four years of combined barrel and bottle ageing.
When should I drink Grande Reserve Naoussa?
It rewards patience, 8 to 20 years from vintage.
Has Grande Reserve Naoussa won any awards?
The 2013 vintage won Bronze (87 points) at the 2023 Decanter World Wine Awards.
What food pairs with Grande Reserve Naoussa?
Red meat, pasta and a cheese platter, per the producer.