The incomparable finesse of Limniona of Domaine Zafeirakis could claim fairly the title of Greek Pinot Noir. Christos Zafeirakis makes a unique Limniona with very different and refined approach than the rest. This has probably made it so original and one of the winelovers’ favorite.
Christos Zafeirakis vineyards are in Palaiomylos of Tyrnavos. Since the beginning of his career his purpose was to deal with the revival of indigenous grape varieties. One of them is Limniona, which was first released in 2008. The philosophy behind Limniona includes organic farming, low yields per hectare, fermentation with indigenous yeasts and the use of large oak barrels to avoid overshadowing the fruit. The result is a refined red wine with plenty of red fruit and an earthly dimension.
The Ktima Zafeirakis 2021 Limniona feels riper to me (compared to the 2022 vintage that I tasted at the same time) with grilled rosemary, scorched earth and black fruit. There is a note of sweetness on the mid-palate, and the wine shows moderate concentration and build. The grape's vibrant acidity tastes great, especially if you are in the market for a very gastronomic Greek wine. This 15,000-bottle release is made with a little-known late-ripening grape with thin skins, and special care is required when farming (like green harvesting and yield control) to hit phenolic balance. Anticipated Maturity: 2025-2030
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