Αfter his book “The Wines of Santorini”, Master of Wine Giannis Karakasis records all the news and developments that are happening now in Greek wine and publishes online the annual report Greek Wine Explained 2024.
The report aims to provide comprehensive information about the current position of Greek wine on the global stage, along with numerous wineries and wine recommendations.
According to the press release, the report is written in English, so that the language is not an obstacle to the communication of Greek wine worldwide.
With Greek Wine Explained 2024 – In depth Assyrtiko, Mavrodaphne & Aigialeia, Karakasis MW, together with Efmorfia Kostakis (student at the Institute of Masters of Wine) as a partner, seeks to provide all the information on the current position of Greek wine on the world stage along with many wineries and wine suggestions.
The Report is 116 pages long and is divided into two sections.
The Greek Wine Explained section includes news and developments of Greek wine in the past year, a tribute to the challenges of the vineyards from Palaia Klimata, a review of the 2023 vintage, an interview with Nikos Karatzas, one of the most talented Greek winemakers, as well as lists new and up-and-coming wineries, value for money propositions and wines not to be missed.
In the In Depth section, Assyrtiko, Mavrodafni and the Aegialia zone are analyzed in depth. These themes will change each year. In the last chapter there is information on all the Greek varieties as they are now mentioned in the national list, and it will be enriched year by year.
Giannis Karakasis wrote:
Emerging from the charming depths of underground tavernas to the dazzling heights of Michelin-starred restaurants and transitioning from the rocket-fuel Retsinas of yesteryears to the exquisite wines of today, the journey of Greek wine over the past two decades resembles the triumphant leaps of an Olympic champion, much like the incredible Miltiadis Tedoglou. True to the nature of all remarkable endeavours, the path was undoubtedly uphill, yet now, the dream of securing a prominent place on the world stage seems more tangible than ever.
Greek wine, once a storyteller of traditions, has evolved into a creator of standards and a wellspring of inspiration. This transformation is a cause for celebration, and it beckons us to share the news of a new era in Greek wine. I am thrilled about this report because presenting what is happening in Greek wine in real-time requires a lot of effort and dedication to detail, which excites Evmorfia Kostaki and me, who contributed significantly to this first report.’’
The Greek Wine Explained online report, extends over 25000 words and 116 pages. It aims to provide comprehensive information about the current position of Greek wine on the global stage, along with numerous wineries and wine recommendations.
Greek Wine Explained 2024 is available to download from www.greatgreekwines.com.
If you’re heading to Greece, if you’re looking to buy some Greek red or white wines, or just want to understand more about Greek wine, Greek Wine Explained is the perfect up-to-date guide. It’s your go-to for exploring one of the most exciting wine scenes in the world, the publisher noted on his website.
Published Jan 2024
