The wine region of Thessaloniki is located in the region of Macedonia of Greece. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Moschopolis or the Domaine Adam Wines produce mainly wines white, red and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Thessaloniki are Xinomavro, Assyrtiko and Merlot, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Thessaloniki often reveals types of flavors of citrus, oregano or pear and sometimes also flavors of apricot, ginger or eucalyptus.
In the mouth of Thessaloniki is a powerful with a nice freshness. We currently count 13 estates and châteaux in the of Thessaloniki, producing 51 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Thessaloniki go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food.
This is one of the most widely cultivated grape varieties in Greece, particularly in the regions of Attica, Euboea and Boeotia, and is virtually unknown in France. It is believed to be a cross between roditis and karystino, two varieties also of Greek origin.
