The best wines of Zitsa
Discover the best wines of Zitsa of Epiros as well as the best winemakers of Zitsa and estates of Zitsa to visit. Explore the popular grape varieties of Zitsa and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Top wines of Zitsa by region
Looking for a good wine of Zitsa of Epiros among the top wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent wines of Zitsa. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be appropriate with these exceptional wines. Learn more about the region and the wines of Zitsa with technical and enological descriptions.
Great red wines of Zitsa
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Food and wine pairing with a red wine of Zitsa
Red wines from the region of Zitsa go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of beef tagliata with truffle oil, roast lamb with thyme or fried chicken.
Organoleptic analysis of red wine of Zitsa
On the nose the red wine of the region of Zitsa. often reveals types of flavors of oak, spices or black fruit and sometimes also flavors of non oak, red fruit.
The best vintages in red wine of Zitsa
- 2017With an average score of 3.90/5
- 2007With an average score of 3.80/5
- 2016With an average score of 3.80/5
The most used grape varieties in red wine of Zitsa
- Vlachiko
- Bekari
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Agiorgitiko
The best wineries and winemakers for red wine of Zitsa
A wine route planned in the region of Zitsa? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best red wine of Zitsa.
- Winery Zoinos Zitsa
- Domaine Glinavos Zitsa
Discovering the wine region of Zitsa
The wine region of Zitsa is located in the region of Ioannina of Epiros of Greece. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Zoinos or the Domaine Glinavos produce mainly wines white, red and sparkling. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Zitsa are Agiorgitiko, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Merlot, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Zitsa often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit.
We currently count 2 estates and châteaux in the of Zitsa, producing 21 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Zitsa go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food.
Great white wines of Zitsa
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Food and wine pairing with a white wine of Zitsa
White wines from the region of Zitsa go well with generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or vegetarian such as recipes of croque-monsieur, fish pot or leek, goat cheese and bacon quiche.
Organoleptic analysis of white wine of Zitsa
On the nose the white wine of the region of Zitsa. often reveals types of flavors of earth, microbio or vegetal and sometimes also flavors of oak, tree fruit or citrus fruit.
The best vintages in white wine of Zitsa
- 2016With an average score of 3.65/5
- 2018With an average score of 3.64/5
- 2019With an average score of 3.60/5
- 2017With an average score of 3.45/5
- 2013With an average score of 3.32/5
- 2014With an average score of 3.30/5
The most used grape varieties in white wine of Zitsa
- Debina
- Malagouzia
- Kolorko
- Chardonnay
- Traminer
- Sauvignon Blanc
The best wineries and winemakers for white wine of Zitsa
A wine route planned in the region of Zitsa? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best white wine of Zitsa.
- Winery Zoinos Zitsa
- Domaine Glinavos Zitsa
Discover the grape variety: Merlot
Merlot noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small to medium sized bunches, and medium sized grapes. Merlot noir can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Armagnac, Burgundy, Jura, Champagne, Rhone Valley, Beaujolais, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey.
Great sparkling wines of Zitsa
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Food and wine pairing with a sparkling wine of Zitsa
Sparkling wines from the region of Zitsa go well with generally quite well with dishes such as recipes .
Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wine of Zitsa
On the nose the sparkling wine of the region of Zitsa. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit.
The best vintages in sparkling wine of Zitsa
- 2016With an average score of 3.59/5
- 2017With an average score of 3.50/5
- 2013With an average score of 3.50/5
- 2015With an average score of 3.25/5
The most used grape varieties in sparkling wine of Zitsa
- Debina
- Vlachiko
- Bekari
The best wineries and winemakers for sparkling wine of Zitsa
A wine route planned in the region of Zitsa? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best sparkling wine of Zitsa.
- Domaine Glinavos Zitsa
- Winery Zoinos Zitsa
The word of the wine: Bordeaux barrel
Barrels of 220 to 225 litres. The toasting of the barrel to bend the staves (curved boards used to make the barrels) can vary according to the coopers and the demand. A gentle and slow toasting has little effect on the aromas. On the other hand, a strong toasting gives aromas of coffee or cocoa which will influence the taste of the wine. A wine barrel has already been aged for a year and has less impact on the wine than a new barrel.
Great pink wines of Zitsa
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Food and wine pairing with a pink wine of Zitsa
Pink wines from the region of Zitsa go well with generally quite well with dishes such as recipes .
Organoleptic analysis of pink wine of Zitsa
On the nose the pink wine of the region of Zitsa. often reveals types of flavors of red fruit.
The best vintages in pink wine of Zitsa
- 2016With an average score of 3.70/5
The most used grape varieties in pink wine of Zitsa
- Vlachiko
- Bekari
- Debina
The best wineries and winemakers for pink wine of Zitsa
A wine route planned in the region of Zitsa? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best pink wine of Zitsa.
- Winery Zoinos Zitsa
- Domaine Glinavos Zitsa
Discover the grape variety: Sauvignon
Sauvignon Gris is a grape variety that originated in France (South-West). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches and small grapes. Sauvignon Gris can be found in many vineyards: South West, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Burgundy, Jura, Beaujolais, Armagnac, Provence & Corsica, Rhone Valley, Savoie & Bugey.
Great sweet wines of Zitsa
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Food and wine pairing with a sweet wine of Zitsa
Sweet wines from the region of Zitsa go well with generally quite well with dishes such as recipes .
The most used grape varieties in sweet wine of Zitsa
- Agiorgitiko
- Bekari
- Vlachiko
The best wineries and winemakers for sweet wine of Zitsa
A wine route planned in the region of Zitsa? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of the best sweet wine of Zitsa.
- Domaine Glinavos Zitsa
- Winery Zoinos Zitsa
The word of the wine: Petite arvine
An ancient white grape variety from the Valais (Switzerland), which produces renowned wines suitable for ageing. Viney and sustained by a strong vivacity, these wines express a fine salty touch, the signature of this variety. Petite arvine wines can be dry, tender or made from withered grapes from late harvesting. Syn.: arvine.
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