π Mavrodaphne
A red grape from the Peloponnese, Greece, known for its sweet fortified wine.
Mavrodaphne is a red grape variety from Greece. It grows in the Peloponnese, around Patras (Achaea), and on the Ionian Islands, for example Kefalonia. The name means black laurel: the berries are very dark.
The variety is known for sweet fortified wine. Fermenting juice is stopped by adding grape spirit, and the sugar stays in the wine. The wine is then aged in barrels, sometimes by a solera principle. The result is a thick, mahogany-coloured wine with aromas of raisin, coffee, chocolate and spice. Mavrodaphne of Patras and Mavrodaphne of Cephalonia are protected names for this wine. Dry versions from the variety also exist.
Mavrodaphne belongs to Greek wine and to fortified wines. It is served with desserts, nuts and cheese, in small portions, at room temperature or slightly chilled. It is one of the calling cards of Greek winemaking. Strength is usually around 15β18%, so such wine should be enjoyed in moderation.
How it connects to Wine
π Mavrodaphne β kind of β π Grape varieties β kind of β π· Wine
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- Part of
- π Grape varieties
- Origin
- πΊοΈ Greek wine
- Where it grows
- π Patras, π Achaea, π Kefalonia, π Peloponnese, π Ionian Islands
- Main grape in
- π Mavrodaphne of Cephalonia, π Mavrodaphne of Patras
- Wines made from it
- π· Fortified wine
Frequently asked questions
What is Mavrodaphne?
A red grape from Greece known for sweet fortified wine.
Where is it grown?
In the Peloponnese, around Patras, and on the Ionian Islands such as Kefalonia.
What does the name mean?
Black laurel, because of the very dark berries.
Similar
π Black Corinth Β· π Robola Β· π Lagorthi Β· π Agiorgitiko Β· π Romeiko Β· π Roditis