Vaimaki Family Popolka Kokkineli 2021, Macedonia, Greece

REGION 
Macedonia, Greece

 

VARIETAL 
Xinomavro (Popolka)

  

TASTING NOTES

In Amyndeo, the elders still affectionately call Xinomavro by its original name, “Popolka,” a nod to its deep roots in the region before the 1970s. This natural, zero-zero version—known in its traditional light red style as “Kokkineli”—comes from the lakeside terroir of Amyndeo and is crafted by Vasilis Vaimakis, a true pioneer of the variety. It offers a fresher yet intensely expressive take, with bright strawberry aromas and a softer, less tannic structure. The palate remains complex and layered, delivering depth without weight.

(Practicing Organic & No Added Sulfites)