Ionian Islands

Zakynthos

Centuries ago there were many vineyards on Zakynthos. Viticulturists had supplied the island with many varieties of grapes. As early as 1600, 34 varieties of grapes were reported by name as being grown on Zakynthos. Three centuries later, at the beginning of the 19th century, there were more than 80 varieties on the island. Today we find the characteristic wine Verdea.

Cephalonia

It is believed that the wine-growing superiority of Cephalonia among the Ionian Islands is due to the persistence of viticulturists in growing the Robola variety. Today Robola is grown on about 1400 hectares. The Calligas company has its own vineyard in the village of Rozata. Of the remaining varieties grown on Cephalonia, the following are worthy of note: Tsaoussi, Kozanitis, Zakynthino, Perahoritiko, and Thiniatiko.

Ithaca

Practically speaking there is no wine production on Ithaca today. A local variety is Thiako.

Lefkada

Today, about 1500 hectares are cultivated, most of them with the Vertzami variety.

Corfu

The most important varieties of grapes grown on Corfu are the white Kakotrygis and the red Petrokorythos. One can also find Robola, Kotanitis, Phidia, Skopelitiko, Mavrodaphne, Muscat white, Martzavi, and others.