KEO Heritage Maratheftiko 2013
Plenty of acid here, earthy and leathery, with tannins starting to integrate. (89/100)
More tannic compared to Maratheftiko, with intense black fruit and a deeper colour. More modern in a nice way. Needs time and despite its 12% abv it has the characteristics that will help it evolve. (90/100)
KEO Commandaris 1984
A sublime sweet wine that offers at least a dozen aromas, with a rich and seductive palate. Plenty of elegance. Superb. 95/100
Zambartas Maratheftiko 2014
Oaky at first but then some floral and spicy scents lead the way. Lots of tannins which are supported by a strong core of fruit. Full bodied and concentrated, but not heavy. 90+/100
Tsiakkas Promara 16
The style of this wine is closer to those from the Pafos area, with slightly herbal honey notes, fresh pear and lovely creamy oak on the nose. Zesty on palate – although more acid would be welcome – with fine depth of fruit. Released in just 1000 bottles. 90/100
Fresh, elegant, a typical expression of the variety with no oak involved. Decent and stylish. 88/100
Lovely peppery character Xynisteri produced in 70.000 bottles with a killer price in the domestic market. 91/100
Tsiakkas Xynisteri 2011
This managed to raise eyebrows. Superb balance, nutty complexity and a lingering finish. 92/100
Yiannoudin 2015
Check it here 92/100
Vassiliades Expressions Pinot Noir 2017 (not yet released)
No oak, roses and pomegranate on the nose. Light touch and gentle handling preserve the primary character of the variety. Fresh and charming with just 12.2% abv. Clone 113. Just 250 bottles will be the first release. 89/100
Vassiliades Cabernet Franc 2016
Initial impression sees obvious oak on the nose. More balanced and promising on the palate with fine texture, well defined pyrazines and rather long finish. 88/100
Kyperounda Petritis 2013
Another winner from the Cypriot signature grape, Xynisteri showing quite youthful and with plenty of life ahead. Lemon coloured this shows a nutty, waxy character on the nose leading the way to a layered palate with fine balance and harmonious finish. 92/100