Jan 3, 2024
This show is an update to our previous shows on Greece. We hope to get you (re)started on your exploration of this ancient winemaking nation that has been reborn in recent years. Greek wines are unique, terroir-driven, and they harken back to the nation's ancient past and the very foundations of wine as a major part of the history in western civilization.
With recent investments and modernization, the wines are better than ever and are worth exploring.
Map from the Wines of Greece
Although the places and grapes can be hard to pronounce (we did our best 🤷🏻♀️), they are easy to love. Take a listen and then seek these out -- you won't regret it!
Here is a list of places and grapes we mention:
Notable Appellations
Xinomavro PDO appellations: Naoussa, Amynteo, Rapsani, Goumenissa
Agiorgitiko appellation: Nemea PDO
Mavrodaphne appellation: Patras/Peloponnese
Moschofilero: Mantinia PDO/Peloponnese
Assyrtiko appellation: Santorini
Liatiko, Vidiano, Vilana, Kotsifali: Crete
White grapes: Assyrtiko, Aidani, Moschofilero, Vidinao, Villana, Malagouzia, Roditis, Debina, Malvasia, Muscat of Alexandria, Savatiano, Sauvignon Blanc
Red grapes: Xinomavro, Agiorgitko (St. George), Mavrodaphne, Stavroto, Krasato, Limnio, Liatiko, Kotsifali, Mandelaria, Negoska, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cabernet Franc
Xinomavro. Credit: Wines of Greece
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Main Sources:
"The Wines of Greece", Konstantinos Lazarakis. Infinite Ideas; January 22, 2018.