Papadopoulos - Rapsani 2024

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£38.00

Papadopoulos - Rapsani 2024

Papadopoulos Viticulture

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Mount Olympus in a glass: an old-vine blend of Xinomavro, Krassato and Stavroto with wild herbs, ripe fruit and mountain freshness.

Papadopoulos Viticulture is a revival of Rapsani’s ancient winemaking heritage, founded in 2015 by Dimitris and Nikos Papadopoulos on the slopes of Mount Olympus, where centuries-old vines grow in the Aegean breeze. Working with minimal intervention, spontaneous fermentation from wild yeasts, no temperature control, and only minimal sulphur, they craft natural wines that express the rugged character of this remarkable terroir.

A beautifully expressive blend of Xinomavro, Stavroto, and Krassato, this is a wine that captures the wild, mountainous character of Rapsani with both elegance and depth. Aromas of forest fruits and wild herbs lead the way, while the palate reveals savoury layers that add further complexity. Fresh acidity brings freshness and lift, balanced by velvety tannins and beautifully clean, refined fruit. Distinctive yet effortlessly drinkable, it’s equally compelling enjoyed by the glass or paired with barbecued lamb chops or slow-cooked goat.

Region guide: Rapsani

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Product details

Country	Greece
Year	2024
Region	Rapsani

Additional information

Grape(s)	Xinomavro, Stavroto, Krassato
ABV	12.5%
Wine Style	Red, Natural wines
Wine Sweetness	Dry
Viticulture	Organic

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Papadopoulos Viticulture is a story of revival, rooted in the ancient slopes of Mount Olympus. Founded in 2015 by brothers Dimitris and Nikos Papadopoulos - passionate wine lovers with studies in oenology and viticulture - the project began with a bold vision: to restore forgotten, centuries-old vineyard parcels in Rapsani, a place long synonymous with viticulture and PDO wines.

Here, old vines sink deep, cooled by the breath of the Aegean, creating the ideal conditions for the co-ripening of Rapsani’s native varieties: Xinomavro, Krasato, and Stavroto (Ampelakiotiko). Working with minimal intervention, spontaneous fermentations from wild yeasts, no temperature control, and only the smallest touch of sulphur before bottling, the wines are a pure expression of place - full of wild herbs, ripe fruit, and untamed energy.

This is not a solitary endeavour. Local third-generation growers, including Mr Takis, 90; Mr Christos, 83; and Ms Kaiti, 74, bring generations of knowledge to the vineyard. Together, they are preserving tradition while quietly redefining what modern Greek natural wine can be.

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