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Greek white wines

High-acid, light-bodied aromatic whites, such as a floral Moschofilero from Mantinia, an elegant Roditis from Patras, a refreshing Athiri from Rhodes or a charming Debina from Epirus, go perfectly with light appetizers, like salads, especially… 

Feeling the heat

  The ongoing financial crisis in Greece continues to take its toll. Disposable income for the consumer is dropping like a stone, and by now every sector in the country is badly affected. The wineries… 

Dafni

Dafni Area grown: Area of Alagni, Iraklio in Crete – which is extremely limited. Alagni is the most mountainous village of the appellation area Peza. History: Dafni is one of the oldest ancient grape varieties… 

Greek sparkling wines

It might not be as well known as it deserves to be, but Greece produces some excellent quality sparkling wines in a wide range of styles. From pale green-lemon to moderately pale gold and from… 

Solid scores

The current issue 190 of Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (August 31st) includes ratings on 24 Greek wines. Mark Squires, who wrote the reviews, has one of the most trusted palates in the wine business. Over…