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The Thessaloniki International Wine Competition is one of Greece’s most prestigious wine events, showcasing the best wines from the country and beyond. The competition offers worldwide recognition to Greek winemakers and is an essential benchmark for connoisseurs of fine wines. Find out more about its history, selection criteria and why it has become a benchmark in the wine industry.
The Thessaloniki International Wine Competition is an annual event that rewards the best Greek and international wines.
Organized by the Union of Oenologists of Greece, it takes place in Thessaloniki, the country’s second-largest city, renowned for its dynamic viticulture and gastronomy.
This competition highlights exceptional vintages, emblematic grape varieties and passionate producers, guaranteeing rigorous selection and impartial judging.
Created in 1999, this competition aims to :
🍷 To promote Greek viticulture on the international scene
🌍 To highlight indigenous Greek grape varieties such as Xinomavro, Assyrtiko and Malagousia
🏆 To offer worldwide recognition to the best Greek and foreign wines
Every year, hundreds of wines from all the wine-growing regions of Greece and other countries are tasted by an international jury of wine experts, oenologists and sommeliers.
Wines are judged according to a strict scoring system based on the following criteria:
These criteria guarantee an objective and qualitative selection, offering consumers a reliable reference for choosing the best Greek wines.
The selection process follows several key stages:
🏆 International recognition: An award-winning wine benefits from worldwide exposure and increased credibility.
🍇 Highlighting Greek grape varieties: This competition highlights unique indigenous varieties such as Agiorgitiko, Moschofilero and Vidiano.
🌍 Encouraging sustainable viticulture: Producers who adopt organic and eco-responsible practices are given special recognition.
📈 Commercial advantage: A medal-winning wine becomes more attractive on the international market, gaining in prestige and notoriety.
The competition covers various wine categories, highlighting :
🍷 Red wines: young, barrel-aged, exceptional vintages
🥂 White wines: dry, aromatic, barrel-fermented
🍾 Sparkling wines: traditional sparkling wines and natural pétillants
🍯 Sweet wines: dessert wines made from overripe or raisined grapes
🌿 Organic and biodynamic wines: produced using natural, sustainable methods
Producers submit their wines in these categories, and the best receive awards recognizing their excellence.
At Growy and Tasty, we select award-winning Greek wines, guaranteeing quality, authenticity and exceptional terroir.
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