Sporades islands create an archipelago in the northwestern part of the Aegean Sea. The inhabited islands of Sporades include Alonnisos, Skiathos, Skopelos and Skyros. They are all places of exceptional natural beauty, with lush greenery and amazing landscapes. On these islands, viticulture has flourished over 4,000 years ago and continues on its subtle, yet distinctive course. …
Back in 1455, a Frankish nobleman ended up in the area of Thessaly and fell in love with the wider region of Karditsa. He brought with him a vision for wine making and his knowledge on modern, efficient grape cultivation methods. This was Monsieur Nicolas. What he specifically introduced the locals with a particular grape variety harvest, …
Northern Greece holds great treasures to nature enthusiasts, due to the unspoiled landscapes and the vast green fields all around. If you are interested in viticulture, you will be particularly fascinated by the special wine road of Pella and Goumenissa, starting from Pella and going all the way to Kilkis with Goumenissa and Giannitsa. On …
Larissa is the capital and largest city of the Thessaly region, on the slopes of Mount Olympus and all the way to Ossa (Kissavos). In such a historic area, the vineyards of Rapsani have given high quality wine ever since antiquity. Fertile soil and centuries of mastering the techniques of grape cultivation have brought PDO Rapsani …
Magnesia is a region of Central Greece, with outstanding natural beauty and historic value. Its capital is Volos, a coastal town filled with picturesque taverns by the sea. This is where you will find ouzo, tsipouro and of course high quality local wine accompanying the marvelous mezedes (small dishes bursting with flavors to be shared …
Surrounded by the mountains of Tzoumerka, Hasia and Lakmos, the wider region of Trikala is considered mountainous terrain, even though the actual town is located on the iconic Thessalian plain. Viticulture in Trikala is evidenced ever since antiquity, with early findings of vines and utilities used to produce and drink wine. The Cave of Theopetra, …
Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece, after the Athenian capital. It is also a commercial hub for the Balkans and Eastern Europe. With an impressive blend of Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman elements, the modern city is a sight for sore eyes and attracts worldwide attention for its history, culture, gastronomy and entertainment. In …
Mount Olympus is the highest mountain of Greece, literally separating Thessaly and Macedonia. This landmark has always been a source of inspiration. Ever since antiquity, the Greeks watched the thunders and the clouds drowning the mountain and thought that the Olympian Gods would live there. It was definitely a place worthy for the Gods, untouchable …
Dodecanese islands are located in the southeastern part of the Aegean Sea. 15 larger and smaller islands compose a picturesque destination in the Mediterranean, attracting global attention due to the wonderful coastline and the majestic landscapes. The hospitable locals, the cobbled pathways and the historic monuments are all part of an idyllic tourist destination with …
Halkidiki is a peninsula on the northeastern part of Greece, right below Thessaloniki and stretching all the way to the Aegean. If you have ever looked at a map of the country, you will surely have spotted it with its three smaller yet distinctive peninsulas, forming a hand. This is where Mount Athos is located, …
As you are traveling Northern Greece, you will certainly be amazed at the natural beauty and the exceptionally unspoiled landscapes. Verdant plains and forests, imposing mountains and steep hills, vast fields filled with greenery, blossomed flowers and fragrant plants complete the absolute canvas. In this special terrain, wine tourism could not help but flourish beyond …
Attica is a historic region that embraces Athens in Central Greece. With an impressive history that goes all the way back to antiquity and the Golden Age of Athens, this is where the Arts and Philosophy bloomed in the past. Commerce and maritime thrived, while all the prominent personalities flocked Attica in an attempt to …
Naoussa is located in Northern Greece and more specifically in Imathia regional unit of Macedonia. Surrounded by the slopes of Vermio Mountains, the entire area sits in a plateau and boasts an impressive history. In fact, the place is called “The Heroic City of Naoussa” and therefore you can see why its past is of great …
Located in the nortwestern part of Greece, Epirus is world renowned as a place filled with nature’s bliss. Evergreen forests, mountainous terrain, imposing slopes and impressive lakes, canyons and stone bridges. An excellent destination throughout the year, due to the unspoiled landscapes and the wealth of tradition, the excellent gastronomic culture and the amazingly hospitable …
Located in the Papamola region of Epanomi, just a few miles from Thessaloniki, Ktima Gerovassiliou has shaped the history of wine making in Northern Greece ever since 1981. It is thanks to the inspiration of Vangelis Gerovassiliou and the wonderful ecosystem he has planted that today this is one of the best estates for wine …
Ktima Biblia Chora is located on the slopes of Pangeon Mountain, in the picturesque village of Kokkinochori in Kavala. This is certainly one of the finest wineries of Northern Greece, having been awarded for the production of premium wines like Ovilos White over the years. Vassilis Tsaktsarlis and Vangelis Gerovassiliou are the two oenologists who inspired …
Corinthia is one of the regional units of Greece, in the north-eastern part of the Peloponnese. With an impressive history that stretches over centuries, the imposing city of Corinth has developed an exceptional civilization. The region of Nemea has been well-known ever since antiquity, thanks to the high quality wine produced there. Today, things have not …
Achaia is located on the northern part of the Peloponnese. Patras is one of the prominent cities of the region, one of the most popular cities in Greece and a hub of commerce, with a famous port that connects the Greek mainland to Italy and the Mediterranean. In this important area of Greece, wine making …
If you are into adventure and exceptional natural beauty, if you love history and unspoiled landscapes, if you enjoy tradition and seek something absolutely unique, then Laconia is a splendid area to visit. The castle town of Monemvasia and the fabulous Mistras, the imposing Taygetus mountain, the famous Sparta and the picturesque coastal town of …
Wine making in Greece dates back to antiquity, with an impressive history that has survived through the centuries. The Olympian Gods used to enjoy high quality wine, while the Greeks have cultivated the land and produced some of the finest grape varieties in the world. The mastery of viticulture has become universal trait of man, …
