Φθιώτιδα (Fthiotida)
Styles
Principal grape varieties
Cabernet-SauvignonRoditisΣαββατιανό Β (Sabbatiano B)AgiorgitikoVradianoSemillonCabernet-FrancAglianicoSauvignon BlancVerdicchio Bianco B. — Verdicchio (Verdicchio Bianco)MerlotChardonnayΡομπόλα Β (Rompola B)Λημνιό Ν (Lemnio N)SyrahAssyrtikoAthiriGrenache Gris (Garnacha Roja)Schioppettino N. (Schioppettino)Ugni Blanc (Trebbiano Toscano)Μαλαγουζιά Β (Malagouzia B)
Terroir
Natural factors
- Mountain zone at 350–550 m elevation, on the foothills of Παρνασσός, with vineyards planted on slopes to ensure drainage and sun exposure.
- Αργιλώδη and loamy soils, pH < 6, rich in calcium carbonate, on the foothills of Παρνασσός.
- Μεσογειακό κλίμα with pronounced continental tendencies: cold winters (down to −0 °C) and cool summers (mean temperature 25.5 °C).
- Mean annual rainfall of 789.6 mm, concentrated between October and April — a distribution typical of μεσογειακό κλίμα.
- Strong north-easterly winds in winter; winds of low to moderate intensity in spring and summer.
Human factors
- Viticulture in the region is attested from ancient times, including in the writings of Pausanias.
- The bond between the vine, wine, and local life continues today through events that showcase wine and cultural tradition.
Terroir / wine link
- The soil, climate, and summer winds combine with grape varieties and viticultural techniques to shape the character of the wines.
Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the source.
Sources
- National product specification (PDF) — ypaat
- eAmbrosia register (EU) — File number PGI-GR-A1571
- Official trade body site — Wines of Greece (EDOAO)