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Archaeological artifacts, including representations of grape clusters on Greek coins, amphoras<\/a> (ceramic wine shipping containers) and sommeliers depicted on ancient vases, prove that this region\u2019s winemaking legacy stretches back to antiquity. In recent years, Peloponnese winemakers and growers are now breathing life into indigenous grapes once cultivated by ancient Greeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the most fascinating aspects that entice #Winetravelers to Peloponnese is the remarkable fact that 91% of the grape varieties cultivated here are indigenous to the region. Peloponnese vineyards proudly nurture and showcase an exquisite array of indigenous Greek varieties, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The vast Peloponnese region produces 31% of Greek wines. And when you look at the awards<\/a> and accolades<\/a> from around the world, you\u2019ll find that many of the Peloponnese are considered the best Greek wines. Further, 60% of wines produced in the Peloponnese region are white.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t![\"Greek](\"https:\/\/www.winetraveler.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-Bowl-with-sommelier-Banquet_Louvre_Kylix_G133_by_Cage_Painter-Jastrow-1.jpg\")
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