Wines of Greece

Greece's vineyards are among the oldest in the world. It is widely recognized for its vine-growing islands, scattered throughout the country, both on the mainland and on the famous islands. Thanks to its geographical position in the temperate Mediterranean zone, Greece 's climate is highly favorable to vine-growing. The proximity of the sea has a beneficial impact, especially on coastal terroirs. The vineyards of Greece extend over a wide range of soils, at altitudes that can vary from sea level to over 1,000m. They are mainly found on mountainous or hilly terroirs, and to a lesser extent on more continental terroirs. 

Geographically, Greece's vineyards are divided into 6 regions: Northern Greece, Central Greece (including Attica), the Peloponnese, the Ionian Islands, the Aegean Islands and Crete. 

These regions are subdivided into smaller areas, each with its own soil, climate and topography - all of which, combined with indigenous varieties, give Greek wines their uniqueness.