Retsina (Greek: ρετσίνα) is a Greek white (or rosé or very rarely red) resinated wine, which has been made for at least 2,000 years. Its unique flavor is said to have originated from the practice of sealing wine vessels, particularly amphorae, with Aleppo pine resin in ancient times.

2019年12月2日 · Retsina is a Greek wine that has been produced for over 2,000 years. Centuries before we had oak barrels, appellations, and nice corks the Greeks and Romans were making wine and drinking it heartily. Their wine wasn’t typically the …

2024年6月25日 · The ultimate guide to the Ancient Greek retsina wine and all the reasons why you should definitely taste it during you trip to Greece.

Retsina is the best known traditional Greek wine. Its reputation, not always positive, had long overshadowed that of other distinguished Greek wines and appellations.

2024年4月16日 · Retsina is a dry wine that often has a mineral finish, and aromas can carry fruit and floral notes. It can be both white and rosé, but white is more common. Tasting notes can vary according to...

Retsina wines made with Assyrtiko grapes tend to be more angular in their style (but age longer) whereas, Retsina wines made with Savatiano grapes have a more generous taste with ripe apple and peach flavors, as well as an oily texture on the palate.

2019年7月26日 · Retsina is a Greek wine born in ancient times. The pine resin used to seal the wine's vessel imparts a unique flavor that is an acquired taste.

2023年3月19日 · Greece’s signature pine resin-scented wine is making a small, but spicy comeback. For years, if you’d even heard of Retsina wine, the first thing to come to mind was a dusty bottom-shelf bottle or something your Greek grandparents pulled out of the pantry.

2024年2月29日 · Discover the intriguing history of retsina, an ancient Greek wine flavored with pine resin, from its alleged role in the deaths of Nordic monarchs to its resurgence in the 21st century. Uncover the preservation method behind this unique wine and its …

2023年11月4日 · Retsina, a unique and traditional wine from Greece, holds a rich history and distinctive flavor that sets it apart from other wines. In this article, we will explore the origins, tradition, making process, characteristics, food pairings, regions, and …