Patrino
Introduction
Patrino is a rare, red Greek variety that, despite its name suggesting a direct connection to the region of Patras, maintains a discreet and almost 'invisible' presence on the modern wine map. Its official recognition in the National Variety Catalog (2025) and its presence in the Ionian Islands indicate a historical link with the Achaia-Ionian axis, making it another interesting piece of the western viticultural arc.
Tasting Notes
Due to its exceptional rarity, Patrino does not yet have a recorded 'typical' aromatic profile. As a red variety from western Greece, it is expected to follow the profile of the region's wines, with an emphasis on red fruits, but this remains at the level of oenological hypothesis.
Terroir
Ionian Islands: Officially recorded as a permitted variety in the Ionian Islands, indicating that its cultivation 'crossed over' from the Peloponnese, integrated into island viticultural practices. Western Greece: Its nominal connection to Achaia theoretically places it in the PGI zone, where it is sporadically found in old vineyards, often mixed with other red varieties.
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