We are excited as always to be taking you on a vinous journey around Greece. A country that has a history with the grape-vine dating back more than than 6000 years. It was the centre of the wine world in 500 BC subsequently passing the mantle, knowledge and sophisticated wine culture to the Romans. In 1453 BC, Ottoman rule diminished viticulture with oppressive taxes and the industry didn't gain momentum until after WWII.
Greece’s wine history has never been more exciting, as young, dynamic producers work tirelessly to master the wealth of native varieties available to them. Greece has between 200 & 300 of them, with only around 80 that have been bottled and sold commercially. Today, Greek wines are gaining recognition worldwide for their quality, diversity, and unique character. A combination of rich winemaking heritage with a new guard of producers strutting their stuff makes an even more exciting prospect.
While grapes like Assyrtiko, Xinomavro & Agiorgitikoti are mainstays Greek wines offer a whole host of styles made from other grapes such as Malagousia, Moschofileiro, Limniona, among others. Greek wines offer a depth and breadth of flavours and aromas that open a whole new world of wine to enjoy.