“Are you having any fun?”
A daily reminder to ask myself when I take everything a bit too seriously!
That’s one of the many reasons I thoroughly enjoy @apostolosthymiopoulos wines, he’s transmitting so much joy, energy and brightness through his Xinomavros. This PDO Naoussa “Earth & Sky” is such a legendary wine with a superstar quality; so easy to love without having to wait for years before enjoying a glass of this modern Xinomavro. Difficult to resist and so easy on the eyes…and nose… and tastebuds! A wine that revealed another identity of the indigenous Greek grape, filled with playfulness and charm closer to a younger Pinot Noir far from the more old-school Nebbiolo kind of profile with high tannins and more savoury notes.
Crunchy pomegranate, juicy strawberries and Morrish cherries with a black pepper airy kiss . My favourite, homecoming-type of notes are the fresh oregano and Kalamata olives, yum!
Find it on The Wine Society Website: https://www.thewinesociety.com/product/magnums-of-naoussa-earth-and-sky-thymiopolous-2019
Or on Wine-Searcher for more retailers: https://www.wine-searcher.com/find/thimiopoulos+ghi+kai+uranos+xinomavro+naoussa+macedonia+greece/1/uk
What’s your most fun wine & food pairing?
P.S. The Wine Society just launched their own-label Xinomavro made by Thymiopoulos and is currently on offer. Run, don’t walk! You can find it HERE
Effi drinks wine 
Agree the wines are excellent. I will be taking a small group of wine lovers to Naoussa to visit and taste with Thymiopoulos in two weeks.
How exciting! Apostolos is such a fantastic host! Please do send him and his wife, Eleftheria, my warmest regards! Looking forward to reading your thoughts after the visit.