📜 Lefkada
Local wines from the island of Lefkada, known for the red Vertzami grape.
Lefkada is a protected geographical indication (PGI). Country: Greece. Part of: Ionian Islands.
Main grape varieties: Vertzami. Wines made here: Red wine, White wine, Still wine.
The name is listed in eAmbrosia, the official EU register of geographical indications, and is protected throughout the EU.
How it connects to Wine
📜 Lefkada ← grows in ← 🍇 Vertzami → kind of → 🍇 Grape varieties → kind of → 🍷 Wine
Links
- Where it is
- 📍 Ionian Islands
- Grapes
- 🍇 Vertzami
- Main grapes
- 🍇 Vertzami
- Wines
- 🍷 Red wine, 🍷 White wine, 🍷 Still wine
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lefkada?
Lefkada is a wine area in this country: Greece.
Which grapes are used for Lefkada wine?
Lefkada wine is made mainly from these grapes: Vertzami.
What does the Lefkada status mean?
Lefkada 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.