Greece

Question 1

Where’s Greece?

Answer 1

Greece is located in Southern Europe between the Aegean Sea and the Ionian Sea.

Question 2

Name 3 appellations of Greece

Answer 2

Santorini PDO
Naoussa PDO
Nemea PDO

Question 3

Climate of Greece?

Answer 3

Santorini PDO: Warm Mediterranean
Naoussa PDO: Continental

Question 4

Physical features of Greek appellations?

Answer 4

Santorini: Located in the Aegean Sea, salt air influence

Question 5

White grape variety names?

Answer 5

Santorini PDO: Assyrtiko

Question 5

Soil type and/or name?

Answer 5

Santorini: Volcanic

Question 6

Grape growing info?

Answer 6

Santorini: Grapes are grown in the shape of baskets to protect them from intense Aegean winds.

Question 7

Red grape variety names?

Answer 7

Naoussa PDO: Xinomavro
Nemea PDO: Agiorgitiko

Question 8

Producers?

Answer 8

Santorini: Sigalas

Question 9

Food and beverage pairings for Greek wines?

Answer 9

Santorini Assyrtiko is a classic white wine with intense acidity and minerality. Pairs well with seafood, roasted fish and fresh cheeses.

Naoussa Xinomavro: Bold red wine that is often oak aged. Needs meat or animal fat such as lamb and beef to pair well to tame the rich tannins.