The wine region of Meteora is located in the region of Trikala of Thessalia of Greece. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Tsililis or the Domaine Tsililis produce mainly wines red, white and sparkling. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Meteora are Cabernet-Sauvignon, Assyrtiko and Merlot, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Meteora often reveals types of flavors of grapefruit, tropical fruit or floral and sometimes also flavors of black fruit, red fruit or spices.
In the mouth of Meteora is a powerful with a nice freshness. We currently count 4 estates and châteaux in the of Meteora, producing 21 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Meteora go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food.
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