Greece

Greece, a country rich in history and culture, is also a distinguished player in the world of viticulture. With a winemaking history that spans more than 3,500 years, Greece is home to some of the world's oldest grape varieties. The country produces over 3.1 million hectoliters of wine annually, with a significant portion of its land dedicated to grape harvesting. Greece is renowned for its distinctive types of wine, including its protected designation of origin (PDO) wines, similar to Italy's DOC and DOCG.
Notable Greek wines include the robust red Agiorgitiko, the aromatic white Assyrtiko, and the legendary Muscat of Samos. The diverse range of Greek wines is a testament to the region's varied climates and unique grape varieties.

Region	Greece
Country	Greece
Climate and soil	Greece boasts a range of diverse climates that contribute to the unique profiles of its wines. From the warm Mediterranean climate to the cooler mountainous regions, each area provides distinct growing conditions for the country's myriad grape varieties. The soil composition across Greece is equally varied, ranging from limestone to schist, and sandy soils to volcanic ash. This diversity of soil types contributes to the distinctive characteristics observed in Greek wines. The warm, dry summers allow for the grapes to ripen beautifully, while the mild, rainy winters ensure the vines are well hydrated. This combination of climate and soil creates the perfect conditions for producing high-quality, unique wines that are true expressions of this ancient winemaking region.