So understanding Greek wines doesn’t have to be complicated, as long as you stick to the four grape varieties discussed, along with three key regions. Between those four grapes and three regions, you’re covering a majority of what you’ll come across in wine shops (outside of Retsina).
MACEDONIA
Main grape: Xinomavro (“the Nebbiolo of Greece”)
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PELOPENSESE
Vivino: Maintinea AOC (famous for Moschofilero)
Vivino: Nemea AOC (famous for St. George)
SANTORINI
Main grape: Assyrtiko
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