Nigrikiotiko

Nigrikiotiko is a red grape variety native to Greece, with an unknown parentage. This very late-ripening vine is known for its resistance to various vine diseases and is primarily cultivated in the Kozáni area in the western region of Macedonia. The variety is rare and grown in old vineyards, where it is traditionally used to produce Liastos, a sweet wine made from dried grapes.

Nigrikiotiko wines are characterized by low acidity and soft tannins, resulting in smooth, round wines. These wines often have a rich, sweet profile, particularly when made into Liastos, with deep fruit flavors and a luscious mouthfeel due to the drying process of the grapes.

Nigrikiotiko is exclusively cultivated in the Kozáni area of Macedonia, Greece, where it thrives in old vineyards. It is well-suited for the production of Liastos, a local sweet wine, and its resistance to diseases makes it ideal for the region’s climate.

Nigrikiotiko is a rare and ancient variety that has been preserved in the traditional vineyards of Kozáni, where it is exclusively used for producing sweet, dessert-style wines.