Agiorgitiko Land a Journey to Nemea
Agiorgitiko the wine of Nemea
Agiorgitiko the wine of Nemea. We will take you to one of Greece’s loveliest wine regions, Nemea, stopping at top wineries for a glass of Agiorgitiko. Just one hour and a half from Athens lies a place seemingly blessed by Mount Olympus. Hercules showed his early feats of bravery here, while Demeter sought solace and comfort. Zeus’ temple was erected here in the 4th century BC. It was Dionysus who, according to legend, sent his son, Phlias, to plant vineyards throughout Nemea and create the country’s premier wine-producing region. Over 30 wineries, nearly half of which are open for visitors, map out Nemea’s wine routes, inviting you to dive into their tantalizing world. Passionate winemakers eagerly await to guide you through their vineyards and cellars. (more…)