Laurens Hartman
Xinomavro can capture the dreams and hopes of people far away. Laurens Hartman and his wife Annette van Kampen left their comfortable life in Holland behind and founded the Domaine Karanika in Amyndeo. Within a… Laurens Hartman
Stellios Boutaris
Stellios Boutaris from the Kir Yianni Estate does not really need an introduction. Kir Yianni is one of the best known Greek producers, and their wines are renowned in- and outside of Greece. Founded in… Stellios Boutaris
H. Spinthiropoulou #2
Haroula Spinthiropoulou from the Argatia winery discusses direct sales and the importance of personal customer relationships. She also takes a critical look at prevailing attitudes amongst Greek producers and issues a call for unity. The… H. Spinthiropoulou #2
H. Spinthiropoulou #1
Viniculturist Dr Haroula Spinthiropoulou is very well known within the Greek wine industry. Together with her husband Panagiotis Georgiadis she created the small but fine Argatia estate in Rodochori, Naoussa. Whenever I taste their Xinomavro… H. Spinthiropoulou #1
Apostolos Thimiopoulos #2
In this second part of the Q & A, Apostolos Thimiopoulos shares impressive export numbers for his wines, explains how they were achieved and finally talks very open about his hopes for the future. Do… Apostolos Thimiopoulos #2
Apostolos Thimiopoulos #1
Apostolos Thimiopoulos has been a rising star ever since he introduced the first Ghi kai Uranos wine to the market in 2005. He is also one of the few Greek producers who have succeeded in… Apostolos Thimiopoulos #1
Kostis Dalamara #2
Kostis Dalamara from the Dalamara winery gives insight into how they promote their wines, and also shares some personal thoughts as he discusses the current consequences that wineries face as a result of the financial… Kostis Dalamara #2
Kostis Dalamara #1
I asked a number of winemakers a set of 4 questions that allows them to give background on their winery, share their views on Xinomavro, expand on the business, and also share some more personal… Kostis Dalamara #1