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Milestones

• 1911: Evangelos Kechris, Stelios Kechris’ grandfather and the very first to envision the bottling of wine in Greece, imports glass bottles from the US.

• 1939: His four sons begin the production of retsina “Kechribari” in their traditional tavern “Kokoras” in old Thessaloniki.

• 1954: The four siblings establish the first winery-distillery of the family, located in Kalochori, Thessaloniki.

• 1974: The company begins to export a wide range of its products to Europe; Germany becomes the first target market.

• 1978: After his enological studies in Dijon, France, Stelios Kechris returns to Thessaloniki, sets up his own “wine-workshop” and starts to experiment with indigenous grape varieties.

•1984: Stelios Kechris takes up the reins of the family business modernizing the production facilities and processes according to international standards while establishing his very own winemaking philosophy.

-Wine is a lot more than an end product; it is a living organism in a state of flux, affecting and being affected by the winemaker’s decisions and choices.

-Tradition is not a representation of static symbols that are trapped in time, but a point of departure and source of inspiration.

-Kechribari is the expression of Stelios Kechris’ winemaking philosophy.

• 1999: Kechribari becomes the first retsina in global wine history awarded a medal in an international wine competition.

• 2004: The family’s fourth generation (Eleni, Maria and Zoi) comes to the forefront.

• 2005: The first vintage of “The Tear of the Pine”, the wine that redefines how retsina could be.• 2006: “The Tear of the Pine” becomes the first and only retsina to date awarded the Grand Gold Medal in an international wine competition.

Today

• Easily accessible modern facilities, close to the “heart” of Thessaloniki.

• Guided tours and winetasting experiences that meet the needs of differentaudiences.

• Participation in wine exhibitions and trade fairs in Greece and abroad.

• Organization of wine presentations and events in Greece and abroad.

• Founding member of the “Wines of North Greece” association and “Wine Roads of North Greece” tourism program.

• Exports to 19 countries.

• Annual production of 11 labels and 1.200.000 bottles.

Kechribari

Type: Dry White Wine, Retsina

Category: Appellation by Tradition

Varietal Blend: 100% Roditis

Region: Macedonia

Vinification/Ageing: Typical white vinification in stainless steel tanks at strictly controlled temperature, with addition of small quantity of top-quality fresh pine resin during the alcoholic fermentation.

Color: Pale yellow with greenish hues.

Bouquet: Pear, green apple and melon, with notes of lime, Chios mastic and fresh pine resin.

Body: Intensely aromatic and well-balanced, leaving a feeling of summer breeze.

Food pairing: Greek and Mediterranean mezes, dishes rich in olive oil, pan-fried, grilled or spit-roasted meat, smelts, anchovies and feta cheese with olive oil and oregano.

Best served at: 10-12°C

Awards:

1999 Silver Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition2001 Bronze Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition2003 Gold Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition2006 Gold Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition2008 Gold Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition Silver Medal, Vinalies Internationales2010 Silver Medal, International Wine Challenge Silver Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition2011 Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Silver Medal, International Wine Challenge2011 Silver Medal, Vinalies Internationales2012 Bronze Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Silver Medal, International Wine Challenge2013 Bronze Medal, International Wine Challenge Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Silver Medal, Mundus Vini2014 Bronze Medal, International Wine Challenge Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Silver Medal, Vinalies Internationales2015 Gold Medal, Vinalies Internationales

The Tear of the Pine

Type: Dry White Wine, Retsina


Varietal Blend: 100% Assyrtiko

Region: Goumenissa, Kilkis, North Greece

Vinification/Ageing: Alcoholic fermentation in new oak barrels from different regions and of various types and maturation for 6 months on its fine lees.

Color: Yellow with golden shades.

Bouquet: Intense citrus aromas, in a background of vanilla and butter, with botanical notes of rosemary, thyme and ginger.

Body: Explosively fruity, with intense minerality, delicate acidity and impressively long aftertaste.

Food pairing: Macaroni with lobster, seafood cooked with herbs, baked or grilled fatty fish, grilled vegetables, white meat and Mediterranean dishes rich in olive oil.


Awards:2006 Grand Gold Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition2008 Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Bronze Medal, International Wine & Spirit Competition2009 Gold Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition Gold Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Gold Medal (vintage 2008), International Wine Challenge Silver Medal (vintage 2007), International Wine Challenge Silver Medal, Best in Class, International Wine & Spirit Competition2010 Silver Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition Silver Medal, Vinalies Internationales Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Silver Medal, International Wine Challenge2011 Diamante, Concurso Nacional Premios Vino y Muyer Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Gold Medal, International Wine Challenge “Best Greek White Wine” Trophy, International Wine Challenge “Best Retsina Wine” Trophy, International Wine Challenge “Best Wine of Thessaloniki” Trophy, International Wine Challenge Silver Medal, Vinalies Internationales 2012 Bronze Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Silver Medal (vintage 2011), International Wine Challenge Commended (vintage 2010), International Wine Challenge2013 Gold Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Gold Medal, Mundus Vini “Best Greek White Wine” Special Award, Mundus Vini Silver Medal, Vinalies Internationales Commended, International Wine Challenge2014 Gold Medal, Vinalies Internationales Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards Silver Medal, International Wine Challenge Silver Medal, Mundus Vini2015 87/100, Tasted 100% Blind by Markus Del Monego (“Best Sommelier of the World 1998” & “Master of Wine”) and Andreas Larsson (“Best Sommelier of the World 2007”) Gold Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition Gold Medal, Vinalies Internationales

2009

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2010

Genesis

Type: Dry White Wine

Category: Protected GeographicalIndication Macedonia

Varietal Blend: Sauvignon Blanc (60%) – Roditis (40%)


Vinification/Ageing: The two varieties are harvested and vinificated separately. Pre-fermentation maceration is followed by alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks.

Color: Light yellow-green.

Bouquet: Pear, melon and apricot, with notes of tropical mango and banana.

Body: A distinct blend of green sauvignon blanc and aromatic indigenous roditis with long fruity aftertaste.

Food pairing: Fresh green salads, seafood, grilled fish, white meat and cheese, fruit.


Awards:

2013 Bronze Medal, International Wine Challenge Silver Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition2014 Bronze Medal, International Wine Challenge Silver Medal, Berliner Wein Trophy2015 88/100, Tasted 100% Blind by Markus Del Monego (“Best Sommelier of the World 1998” & “Master of Wine”) and Andreas Larsson (“Best Sommelier of the World 2007”)

Genesis

Type: Dry Red Wine


Varietal Blend: Merlot (50%) -Xinomavro (50%)


Vinification/Ageing: The two varieties are harvested and vinificated separately. After the alcoholic fermentation, skin contact for 6 weeks and maturation in oak barrels for 8 months.

Color: Bright ruby

Bouquet: Juicy red fruits, tomato and olive with notes of vanilla, coffee and spices in the background.

Body: Well-structured with round tannins and rich finish.

Food pairing: Grilled vegetables, roasted red meat, pasta and meat with sweet sauces, spicy meats, meat pies and high-acid cheese.


Awards:

2010 Silver Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition2013 Silver Medal, Mundus Vini2014 Gold Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards2015 Silver Medal, Thessaloniki International Wine Competition

The Secret


Category: Protected Geographical Indication Macedonia

Varietal Blend: Muscat of Alexandria and…two top-secret varieties

Region: Eleochoria, Chalkidiki

Vinification/Ageing: Our lips are sealed...

Color: Light yellow-green.

Bouquet: Explosive aromas of a blossomed garden full of lilies, apple blossoms and gardenias.

Body: Fresh, flowery and rich taste; elegance and intensity in total balance.

Food pairing: White meat with aromatic sauces or dried white fruits, green salads with marinated chicken / turkey fillets or sweet-sour sauces, vegetable soups and goat cheese.


Fourth Dimension “t”


Category: Protected Geographical Indication Macedonia

Varietal Blend: Assyrtiko (60%) -Sauvignon Blanc (40%)


Vinification/Ageing: The two varieties are harvested and vinificated separately; maceration, alcoholic fermentation in oak barrels at controlled temperature and 6-month maturation on its fine lees.

Color: Bright yellow with golden hues.

Bouquet: Citrus aromas, banana and ripe melon with a touch of vanilla, mango and grapefruit.

Body: Creamy and complex, dominated by fruity aromas in a buttery background, with round acidity and intense minerality. A wine that will fly you to the moon.

Food pairing: Shellfish, scampi, grilled fatty fish, macaroni with lobster, pasta with herbs, chicken or pork with white sauces, fatty yellow cheese and fruit.


Fourth Dimension “t”

Type: Dry Red Wine


Varietal Blend: Xinomavro (50%) - Merlot (30%) – Cabernet Sauvignon (20%)


2010

Vinification/Ageing: Each variety is late-harvested and separately vinificated with long skin contact up to 12 weeks depending on the vintage. Maturation for 18-24 months in new oak barrels. A “grand vin”, ideal for long aging.

Color: Deep garnet with violet hues.

Bouquet: Ripe red fruit, tomato, green pepper and dried plum, with notes of caramel and spices.

Body: Velvet and jammy red fruit taste, with rich round tannins and long spicy aftertaste.

Food pairing: Game, roasted meats with spicy red sauces, meat pies, cold cut, smoked hard cheese and pastries with bitter chocolate.


Xinomavro

Type: Dry Red Wine


Varietal Blend: 100% Xinomavro


Vinification/Ageing: Late harvest, long skin contact for 8-10 weeks, ageing in oak barrels for 12 months.

Color: Bright ruby.

Bouquet: Tomato, ripe wild cherry, blackcurrant, jammy figs and dried plums, with notes of coffee and spices.

Body: Balanced and vivid taste, rich in round tannins, with complex aftertaste.

Food pairing: Fatty yellow cheese, smoked cold cuts, roasted meats, sausages and Bolognese.


On a Rosé Background

Type: Dry Rosé Wine, Retsina


Varietal Blend: 100% Xinomavro


Vinification/Ageing: Typical rosé vinification with short-period maceration, alcoholic fermentation in oak barrels in the presence of fresh pine resin and maturation for 5 months on its fine lees.

Color: Raspberry with violet hues.

Bouquet: Aromas of juicy red fruits and wild strawberries, in a toasty background with spicy nuances and notes of Chios mastic.

Body: Intensely fruity with notes of pine resin, typical xinomavro acidity, smooth tannins and fresh finish.

Food pairing: Grilled mushrooms, seafood, smoked salmon (also with pasta), fish cooked in tomato sauce and olive oil, spit-roasted lamb or lamb cooked in a Dutch oven, aubergines, feta cheese and sushi.


Cornelian Cherry Liqueur

Our velvet liqueur is produced by the extraction of the cornelian cherries, a wild medium to large shrub or small tree growing on the slopes of Macedonia’s mountains. The fruits are picked with great care and the produced liqueur matures for a period of 14-16 months, before it is bottled. You can distinguish its character by its delicate, elegant wild berry flavors, sweet and sour, balanced, pleasant taste and a silk, sweet aftertaste.

It perfectly accompanies fruit, Mediterranean desserts, roasted quince, compotes, desserts with cream and fruit and flavored cakes.

Awards1985 Silver medal, Ljubljana1986 Oscar International Sial, Paris

Green Walnut Liqueur

Produced from the extraction of tender green walnuts, picked when perfect, exactly the moment their special aromas are overflowing. Aged for at least 18 months, under appropriate conditions, the liqueur develops a complex bouquet full of the rich flavor of fresh walnut that flows over to the palate with a round, savage, fruity texture, a full, intense taste and an unforgettable finish.

It perfectly accompanies dark chocolate, desserts with heavy cream or milk (such as kazandibi) and coffee.

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