📜 Achaea
Local wines (PGI) from Achaea in the northern Peloponnese, around Patras.
Achaea is a protected geographical indication (PGI). Country: Greece. Part of: Peloponnese.
Main grape varieties: Mavrodaphne. Wines made here: White wine, Red wine, Still wine.
The name is listed in eAmbrosia, the official EU register of geographical indications, and is protected throughout the EU.
Links
- Related to
- 📍 Peloponnese
- Grapes
- 🍇 Mavrodaphne
- Wines
- 🍷 White wine, 🍷 Red wine, 🍷 Still wine
Frequently asked questions
Where is Achaea?
Achaea is a wine area in this country: Greece.
Which grapes are used for Achaea wine?
Achaea wine is made mainly from these grapes: Mavrodaphne.
What does the Achaea status mean?
Achaea is a protected geographical indication: a link to the place is required, but the rules are looser than for a designation of origin.
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⚠️ Wine contains alcohol: adults only, drink in moderation. Wine usually contains sulphites; egg white or milk proteins are sometimes used for fining — important for allergies and for vegans.