In Greece, wine is deeply intertwined with the country’s history, cultural heritage, and the daily fabric of social life.

The history of Greek wine dates back to ancient times. In Mycenae, Sparta, Pylos, and the Peloponnese in general, there is evidence of vine cultivation and winemaking.

The Greeks, who excelled in winemaking and almost monopolized the market for centuries, most likely became acquainted with wine from the very beginning of their settlement in their current land, that is, at least before 1700 B.C.

Ancient Greek grape varieties include well-known ones such as Assyrtiko, Limnio, Athiri, Roditis, and Agiorgitiko, with some, like Limnio and Agiorgitiko, being mentioned in ancient texts.

Out of approximately 300 indigenous Greek varieties, many have been revived by winemakers in order to preserve the country’s viticultural heritage. Alongside this historical continuity, their cultivation gives Greek wines their distinct qualitative characteristics.

One of the most important indigenous Greek varieties is Roditis, the second most widely planted red-skinned grape variety in Greece, cultivated extensively across the country.

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