Kir-Yianni – Ble Alepou

Kir-Yianni Ble Alepou | Powerful, complex and of top international standard

The Ble Alepou (Blue Fox) is one of the flagships of Kir-Yianni Estate, made from an exceptional blend of international varieties grown at high altitude in Amyndeon (north-west Greece). This is a powerful, elegant wine with great cellaring potential — for the true wine lover.

Grapes & origin
A carefully composed blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and sometimes a touch of Petit Verdot, depending on the vintage.
The grapes come from selected plots on the cool plateau of Amyndeon, at around 700 metres — one of the best areas in Greece for complex reds with ageing potential.

Vinification
Each variety is vinified separately and then ages for 18 months in new and used French oak barrels. Final blending and further bottle ageing follow. The wine is released only when it is sufficiently mature and harmonious.

Tasting notes
Deep purple-red. On the nose concentrated aromas of cassis, plum, black cherry, graphite, cedar, vanilla, coffee and spices. On the palate powerful and structured, with silky tannins, fresh acidity and a long, layered finish. International in style, but with a Greek character.

Serving tips
Serve at 17–18 °C. Decanting recommended, certainly for younger vintages. Excellent with roast red meat, game, truffle dishes, stews or matured cheeses. A wine for special moments.

Cellaring
Very great: 10–15 years or more. The wine develops beautifully in bottle and becomes more complex and refined with the years.