Μεταξάτων (Metaxaton)

Greece · PGI · Ιόνια Νησιά · 1 commune(s)

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Natural factors

The appellation zone consists of rolling hills and gentle slopes, situated in close proximity to the sea.
The area is characterised by a distinctive microclimate with high relative humidity, one of the elements that define its unique identity.
The soils of the area are calcareous in composition, with marls — geological features that contribute to the singularity of the terroir.

Human factors

Over time, production of this wine has become concentrated in small pockets that make the most of the area's distinctive characteristics, such as that of Metaxata in the Monastiria district.
The winery founded by Dr Nik. Piniatoros in April 1858 gave new impetus to the cultivation of Mavrodaphne, also known locally as thiniátiko.
In 1872 the company was purchased by the English merchant Ernesto Toul, a well-known figure in the wine trade, and redirected its focus towards foreign markets.
During the period of Venetian rule the wine was highly sought after; however, the Venetians imposed burdensome taxes that led to a relative decline in viticulture.

Facts drawn from the specification's terroir-link section by automatic interpretation — see the source.

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Approximate area — the union of the administrative units named in the document (Eurostat GISCO or national cadastre boundaries).

Locality(ies) with no polygon of their own, drawn as the administrative unit that holds them: Μοναστήρια Μεταξάτων.