PGI Epanomi (ΠΓΕ Επανομή)

In the southwestern section of the district of Thessaloniki, central Macedonia, the PGI Epanomi zone (est.1989) comprises the area of the municipality of Epanomi.

The vineyards yielding the PGI Epanomi wines are situated east of the Gulf of Thermaikos. The zone’s wines are among the most successful and highly acclaimed PGI wines of Greece.

Types of wines:

  • White dry, white from overripe grapes
  • Red dry

Varieties 

White Wines

Indigenous: Assyrtiko, Malagousia

International: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier

Red Wines

Indigenous: Limnio, Xinomavro

International: Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvedre, Grenache Rouge, Merlot, Syrah

White wine from overripe grapes: Malagousia