MACEDONIA& & THRACE

Naoussa: The red variety of Xynomavro is cultivated in this area at low altitudes and covers approximately an area of 7,000 hectares. Naoussa used to be a wine producing center of northern Greece up until the beggining of the 19th century. Phylloxera hit the area at the end of the century and it received the appellation of origin distinction in 1971.

Goumenissa: This region has less acreage and a different terroir and microclimate than Naoussa. It received the its appellation in 1981 and besides Xynomavro, producers can use the Negoska variety. It is located just north of Naoussa.

Amindeo: The vineyards cover an area of 550 hectares and are located at a higher altitude than those of Naoussa.

Chalkidiki: From an oenological point of view, the most important area here is the the western coast of Sithonia where the Domaine Carras is located. At 450 hectares it is one of the largest in Europe. Roditis and Limnio are widely planted but there is also a range of fench varieties planted, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. On the eastern leg of the peninsula, Mount Athos' 100 hectares of vineyards have been developed by the Tsantalis company. The main varieties cultivated are Cabernet Sauvignon, Xynomavro, and Limnio.

Appellations of Origin of Superior Quality
(OPAP)

Topikoi Oenoi (Vin De Pays)