Retsina (Greek: ρετσίνα) is a Greek white (or rosé or very rarely red) resinated wine, which has been made for at least 2,000 years. Its unique flavor is said to have originated from the practice of sealing wine vessels, particularly amphorae, with Aleppo pine resin in ancient times.

6 days ago · Retsina. Credit: Yorick R/Wikimedia Commons/CC BY-SA 2.0. Retsina is a unique Greek wine, instantly recognizable for its bold, aromatic pine and resin flavor—a taste that tends to evoke strong reactions, with many either deeply adoring it or finding it less appealing.

Jun 25, 2024 · Retsina embodies the aromas of Greek summer. Retsina was mainly a white or slightly pink wine that got its strong taste from the resin used to seal initially the ancient amphorae where the wines were stored, and later the barrels, and as a preservative.

Jun 15, 2023 · Retsina is a traditional style of wine, produced with an infusion of Aleppo pine tree resin, creating a distinct pine flavor. Found almost entirely in Greece, a majority of Retsina is produced from white grape varieties, though some rosés can also be found.

Mar 19, 2023 · Greece’s signature pine resin-scented wine is making a small, but spicy comeback. For years, if you’d even heard of Retsina wine, the first thing to come to mind was a dusty bottom-shelf bottle or something your Greek grandparents pulled out of the pantry.

Apr 16, 2024 · Retsina can be a divisive Greek wine. Made from pine needles, the libation wasn't always respected in wine circles, has been mixed with Coca-Cola, and is often cheaply sold. Some have even...

Nov 4, 2023 · Retsina, a unique and traditional wine from Greece, holds a rich history and distinctive flavor that sets it apart from other wines. In this article, we will explore the origins, tradition, making process, characteristics, food pairings, regions, and …

Jul 26, 2019 · Retsina is a Greek wine born in ancient times. The pine resin used to seal the wine's vessel imparts a unique flavor that is an acquired taste.

Jun 28, 2022 · Retsina, a wine made with the infusion of resin usually from the Aleppo pine tree, is Greece’s most famous and historic wine. The retsina of old was often pungent. As our reviews below show, today’s retsina made by some of Greece’s top …

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