Athens Retsina Wine & Food Pairing: Taste of Greece

Overview

Greek Retsina: Time, Pine, Wine, offers more than a simple wine tasting; it's an immersive exploration into Greece's most misunderstood wine, Retsina, in the heart of Athens. This guided food and wine experience, curated by oenologists and gastronomic culture experts, introduces travelers to the evolving identity of Greek wine.

Guests are welcomed into the warm, storytelling setting of CHNOPS to discover retsina's journey. Once considered cheap, retsina's roots trace back to ancient times when wine was sealed with pine resin. Now, a new generation of winemakers are redefining it with craft and creativity. During this tasting, guests will savor five distinct retsinas, each thoughtfully paired with local, seasonal dishes that complement the wine's character. The experience includes Amphore Nature Retsina (Achaia) with Feneos fava and smoked mackerel, Botanic Sparkling Retsina (Attica) with bruschetta of white tarama and lemon zest, and more.

This unforgettable gastronomic journey allows curious travelers to taste deeper and connect with Greece in a unique way. Through storytelling, videos, archival material, and music, the story of retsina comes to life.

Sentiment Analysis

Customers generally love the experience, praising the unique food and wine pairings and the knowledgeable hosts. Some noted small portions and fast presentation.

• Customers enjoyed the unique wine and food pairings.

  They learned a lot about retsina wine and Greek culture.

  The hosts are friendly and knowledgeable, making the experience fun.

  Many visitors highlighted the quality of the food and wine.

• Some found the portion sizes small.

  A few guests felt the presentation was too fast.