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Retsina is a unique style of Greek wine flavored with pine resin, dating back to ancient times when resin was used to seal amphorae containers. It is primarily made from the Savatiano grape variety grown in Attica and other parts of mainland Greece. Retsina wines are characterized by their distinct aroma of pine resin, which infuses the wine with a resinous and slightly herbal flavor profile. They are typically light-bodied, crisp, and refreshing, with flavors of citrus fruits and a subtle earthy undertone from the resin. What makes Retsina unique is its historical significance as one of the oldest styles of wine production in the world, reflecting Greece's ancient winemaking traditions and cultural heritage. Retsina has experienced a revival in recent years, with modern production techniques balancing the resin's influence to create wines that are more approachable and appealing to contemporary tastes. Retsina is enjoyed as an apéritif or paired with traditional Greek dishes such as seafood and mezze, offering a taste of Greece's rich culinary and vinicultural history.
Country
Greece
As one of the oldest wine producing countries in the world, Greece has millenia of experience and expertise when it comes to viticulture, and has developed a set of flavors and characteristics which are found nowhere else on earth. The ancient Greeks revered and deified wine, and were the first true innovators in the history of wine, adding everything from seawater to honey and spices in order to find exciting new taste combinations and aromas. Today, Greek wines are just as varied, although far more refined and sophisticated than their ancient counterparts. The practice of enhancing Greek wines with aromatic substances never left the country, though, as can be seen in the popular Retsina wines, which use pine resin to provide their unique taste and aroma combinations. There is far more to Greek wine than merely Retsina, however, and the vast variety on offer is a testament to the expertise of Greek wineries making the most of the wonderful climate, terrain and grape varietals they work with.
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Decanter
Clear pine tree aromas with notes of lemongrass and aromatic herbs. Light palate, with a dry finish. (Bronze) - DWWA 2024
