Greece
With its roots dating back some 6,500 years, Greece is one of the oldest wine producing regions in the world. Within the last few decades, the Greek Wine Region has gone through significant modernization, specifically the planting of international grape varietals. It wasn’t until the early 1970’s when Greece joined the European Union that its appellation laws were established. The AOSQ/OPAP is a designation for quality light wines, with 20 regions awarded this classification. The PGI wines, quite similar to Vin de Pays, are often blends of indigenous and international varietals. Many of these blends have found their way to the top of our Greek Wine Ratings. The AOC/OPE classification is specifically for liqueur wines with 8 regions holding this status.There are three main wine regions within Greece, each housing a major appellation and a grape variety exclusive to that specific appellation. Northern Greece is home to the region of Macedonia, with Naoussa being the stand out appellation. The Xinomavro grape is used to make high acid and tannic wines quite similar to those of Italy’s Nebbiolo-based Barolo. Even though they are light in nature, they tend to be quite complex and unique. Peloponnese is responsible for about one third of all Greek wine production and is home to the Nemea appellation. According to our Greek Wine Reviews, these soft and fruity Agiorgitiko wines tend to be low in acid and can exhibit lush and spicy plum flavors. The last of the major Greek Wine Regions is the island of Santorini where dry and crisp white wines made from the Assyrtiko grape are renowned for their racy acidity and keen minerality. Below the AOSQ/OPAP and AOC/OPE classified wines are the PGI wines, which often are blends of local grapes with the addition of popular international varieties. Many of these blends hail from Crete, Greece’s biggest and most southern island. To find out more about the wines of Greece be sure to check out our Greek Wine Guide.
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Kalliston 2018 Grand Reserve Assyrtico (Santorini)
GreeceA round, dynamic wine, this honey-hued Assyrtiko has notes of lemon and ...See Full Review$55 -
Alpha Estate 2018 Ecosystem Single Block Aghia Kiriaki Assyrtiko (Florina)
GreeceVinified with some skin contact, this estate-grown Assyrtiko has aromas of lemon ...See Full Review$34 -
Khaos Wines 2021 Kaldéra Assyrtiko (Cyclades)
GreeceA perfect aperitif for a hot summer day, or pairing with seafood ...See Full Review$29 -
Domaine Sigalas 2018 Kavalieros Assyrtiko (Santorini)
GreeceAromas of lemon, juicy peach and fresh jalapeño headline this elegant Assyrtiko, ...See Full Review$97 -
Douloufakis 2021 Aspros Lagos Vidiano (Crete)
GreeceMade from Vidiano, an indigenous Cretan variety, this honey-colored wine expresses citrus ...See Full Review$40 -
Skouras 2021 Wild Ferment Assyrtiko (Peloponnese)
GreeceAlmost translucent in the glass, this refreshing, Peloponnesian wine has ripe pineapple ...See Full Review$23 -
Gaia Wines 2019 Wild Ferment Assyrtiko (Santorini)
GreeceA straw-colored Santorini Assyrtiko, this is an intense, electric wine with a ...See Full Review$49 -
Santo Wines 2021 Assyrtiko (Santorini)
GreeceFrom a prominent cooperative winery on sunny Santorini comes this inviting, zippy ...See Full Review$21 -
Domaine Papagiannakos 2020 Assyrtiko (Attiki)
GreeceAromas of white peach, cantaloupe and the faintest hint of vanilla headline ...See Full Review$23 -
Argyros 2018 Cuvée Monsignori Assyrtiko (Santorini)
GreeceMade from grapes of the oldest Assyrtiko vines on a 1903 Santorini ...See Full Review$57 -
Douloufakis 2021 Dafnios Vidiano (Crete)
GreeceFrom an esteemed Cretan winery comes this lemon-colored Vidiano, an ancient, near-extinct ...Best BuySee Full Review$17 -
Douloufakis 2020 Ala'rgo Assyrtiko (Crete)
GreeceFrom a small producer in the hills south of Crete's capital, Herakleion, ...See Full Review$64 -
Skouras 2019 Salto Moscofilero (Peloponnese)
GreeceA bright and zesty nose with peach, floral, and citrus notes headlines ...See Full Review$21 -
Nasiakos 2021 Mantinia Moschofilero (Mantinia)
GreecePale and translucent, with an almost green tinge in the glass, this ...Best BuySee Full Review$19 -
Skouras 2021 Moscofilero (Peloponnese)
GreeceDelicately floral notes offset the ripe pineapple and subtle sage aromas on ...See Full Review$22 -
Wine Art Estate 2021 Idisma Drios Assyrtiko (Drama)
GreeceSavory spices, including lots of whole cloves, play off sage and petrol ...See Full ReviewN/A -
Santo Wines 2020 Volcanic Terroir Assyrtiko (Santorini)
GreeceWith zesty lemon and lightly floral flavors complemented by aromas of lemon ...See Full Review$21 -
Nasiakos 2021 Moschofilero (Mantinia)
GreeceWhether you're sipping this after a day at the beach or just ...Best BuySee Full Review$16 -
Gaia Wines 2020 Monograph Assyrtiko (Peloponnese)
GreeceFood-friendly and easy-drinking, this pale straw-colored wine has lots of bright lemon ...Best BuySee Full Review$20 -
Domaine Papagiannakos 2020 Old Vines Savatiano (Markopoulo)
GreeceLovely acidity on the palate and finish gives this medium-bodied Savatiano ample ...Best BuySee Full Review$18
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