The origin of Greek wine production can be traced back to Crete in the middle of 3rd century BC. There are more than 300 grape varieties growing in the local area, some of which have been planted since ancient times. Many wine critics believe that unique local grape varieties create unique flavors. Greece has abundant sunshine, little rainfall and moderate soil fertility, so the grapes produced are of high quality. At present, Greece also has a set of wine grading system imitated from France, and 8 OPE grades are equivalent to French AOC grades; There are also 25 OPAP grades with relatively average quality, which are equivalent to VDQS grades in France.

In this grading system, we know the application of traditional varieties, the history of producing areas (or wineries), the production technology (inclined to the French technical system) and the altitude and orientation of vineyards.

O.P.A.P. (onomasí a proel é fs eos anoté ras pió Titos): The OPAP standard is equivalent to the European Union's standard for quality wines (VQPRD) produced in specific regions, and there are 25 producing areas that meet this requirement, distributed in 9 administrative regions.

O.P.E. (onomasí a proelé fs EOS eleghomé ni): The OPE standard is equivalent to the sweet wine of the high-quality sweet wine (VLQPRD) standard formulated by the European Union. * * * There are eight producing areas, belonging to four administrative regions. For example, the world-famous Samos brewed with small white rose fragrance is a typical representative.

In the above two grades of wine, reserves and premium reserves can be marked, but the following conditions must be met:

white wine

Reserve: aged for 2 years, including at least 6 months in barrels and 6 months in bottles.

Grand Reserve: aged for 3 years or more, in which barrel storage is not less than 1 year and bottle storage is not less than 1 year.

red wine

Reserve: aged for 3 years, including at least 6 months in barrels and 6 months in bottles.

Grand Reserve: aged for 4 years, including 2 years in barrels and 2 years in bottles.

Topikos Inos: This level is equivalent to French VDP, a regional table wine; Some producers can use words such as Ktima, Monastiri and Archondiko. To show the difference.

Epitrapezius Inos: This is equivalent to the VDT level in France, which refers to ordinary table wine. It is also the least restrictive level, and there are many wines that surprise you.