Discover the top 100 best wines of Thessaloniki of Thessaloniki as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the wines that are popular of Thessaloniki and the best vintages to taste in this region.
IGP at the heart of Greek Central Macedonia (Thessaloniki), vineyards 50–800 m tempered by the Aegean. Xinomavro is the signature red king ('acid-black'): structured and taut with black cherry, sun-dried tomato, olive, herbs and spice, firm tannins, lively acidity — compared to Nebbiolo, a great ageing wine. Fruity Limnio and Syrah as reds. Floral Malagouzia, saline Assyrtiko, fresh Roditis as whites.
Neighbour of Naoussa.
Round and fleshy reds with a velvety texture, showing aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, cocoa and truffle notes with age. Supple tannins, generous alcohol, indulgent finish. Pillar of Libournais (Pomerol with Pétrus, Saint-Émilion with Cheval Blanc and Ausone) and signature of Super Tuscans, Italian Wales and Washington State. A cross of Cabernet Franc × Magdeleine Noire, France's most planted red variety.
wines from the region of Thessaloniki go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork such as recipes of navarin of the sea da gigi, stuffed zucchini with merguez, beef and spices or quiche with bacon and gruyère cheese.
