Thymiopoulos 2017 Rapsani 'Terra Petra'
Regular price £26Presumably, the Greek gods could have chosen to live in any wine region, yet they picked Rapsani high up Mount Olympus. Is that worth more than 100 points from Robert Parker? This is a wild frontier in Greek winemaking. As well as an unbeatable address on Zeus's doorstep, it has 800m of elevation, vineyards up to a century old, and the best red grape variety in Greece (Xinomavro). Yet it is only just coming to the attention of the outside world.
It's no surprise to find the tireless Apostolos Thymiopoulos up here. His wines from further north (Naoussa), were groundbreaking, and this Rapsani is another another classic in the making. Full-bodied, slightly smoky, with ripe red fruit, it's softer and more rounded than his other reds, but has just as much depth.
15-50 year old vines. Some of the highest in the appellation, 800m up Mount Olympus. Aged in large barrels for a light oak touch.
| Wine | Rapsani 'Terra Petra' |
|---|---|
| Producer | Thymiopoulos Vineyards |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Style | Red |
| Blend | 50% Xinomavro, 35% Krassato, 15% Stavroto |
| Country | Greece |
| Region | Thessally |
| Appellation | Rapsani |
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | No |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Alcohol | 13.5% |
| Size | 75cl |
To most UK postcodes (mainland England, Wales and the Scottish Lowlands) we offer:
- FREE delivery when you order any 12+ bottles (or spend £200+)
- A flat delivery rate of £9.95 for smaller orders
- Delivery in 1-3 working days
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Full delivery charges
Deliveries to some areas of the UK and Ireland take longer and cost more (or less, if you're in our local area of Totnes). When you check out online, the correct charge will be added according to your postcode.
| Area | Charge | Free on orders of |
|---|---|---|
| Most of the UK | £9.95 | £200+ or 12+ bottles |
| Totnes (TQ9 postcodes) | £4.95 | £50+ |
| Isle of Wight | £19.95 | £400+ |
| Scottish Highlands | £19.95 | £400+ |
| Scottish Offshore | £24.95 | £500+ |
| Northern Ireland | £19.95 | £400+ |
| Dublin | £24.95 | £500+ |
| Ireland (not Dublin) | £29.95 | £500+ |
For delivery to any other country, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man, contact us and we can provide a quote.
Returns
If you change your mind - no problem. We accept returns up to 28 days from delivery.