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Winography

Xynisteri

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Dry · White

Cyprus's most important indigenous white grape, thriving at high elevations in the Troodos Mountains. Produces fresh, citrusy wines and is also used in the island's traditional Commandaria.

Globalplantings
1,965
hectares · 2023
Topcountry
Cyprus
100% of global total
Countriesgrown
2
across 1 continent
BodyLight–Medium
LightFull
AcidityMedium
LowHigh
KEY AROMAS
FruitcitrusgreenappleFloralfloralHerbalherbsEarthmineralSpiceOakAromasTasting profile