Xynisteri Orange
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Orange Xynisteri
Xynisteri Orange is a red wine grape with signature aromas of dried apricot, orange peel, tea leaf. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Ribolla Gialla and Savagn…
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for dried citrus and tea notes from skin contact.
- Check medium tannin for an amber/orange white profile.
Confidence signals
- Orange-peel and tea cue
- Skin-contact tannic texture
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Troodos · Pafos · Limassol
- Classic styles: Skin-contact Xynisteri with amber hue and savory texture · Textural orange wine with citrus-tea profile
Common questions
Is Xynisteri Orange a red or white grape variety?
Xynisteri Orange is a red wine grape variety.
What does Xynisteri Orange smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Xynisteri Orange include dried apricot, orange peel and tea leaf. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Xynisteri Orange?
Documented tells for Xynisteri Orange: Look for dried citrus and tea notes from skin contact. and Check medium tannin for an amber/orange white profile..
What is Xynisteri Orange most often confused with in blind tasting?
Xynisteri Orange is most commonly confused with Ribolla Gialla, Savagnin and Xynisteri. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Xynisteri Orange grown?
Classic regions for Xynisteri Orange include Troodos, Pafos and Limassol.