Greece

Question 1

Where is Greece?

Answer 1

Southern Europe between Aegean Sean and Ionian Sea

Question 2

Greece appellations

Answer 2

Santorini PDO
Naoussa PDO
Nemea PDO

Question 3

Santorini PDO location, climate, and soil

Answer 3

Located in Aegean Sea
Warm Mediterranean climate
Volcanic soil

Question 4

What are Santorini PDO grapes & grape growing techniques?

Answer 4

Grape: Assyrtiko (white)

Grapes are grown in the shape of baskets to protect from harsh Aegean winds

Salt air influence

Question 5

What is the Naoussa PDO red grape?

Answer 5

Xinomavro

Question 6

What is the Nemea PDO red grape?

Answer 6

Agiorgitiko

Question 7

Santorini producer to know

Answer 7

Sigalas

Question 7

Greek wine food pairings

Answer 7

Assyrtiko is a classic white wine with intense acidity and minerality. Pairs nicely with fresh seafood, roasted fish, fresh cheese

Naoussa Xinomavro is a bold red often oak aged. NEeds meat or animal fat such as lamb to pair well and tame rich tannins.