Probably the best-known grape variety in Greece is concentrated in the west of the country, especially on the Peloponnese and the island of Kefalinia. Its origin is also assumed to be here, but also on the Ionian Islands. There is uncertainty about its origins and its name. The heat-sensitive red wine variety now represents a significant proportion of Greek wine production, especially in the form of sweet, fortified wines; dry versions are very rare. The sweet Mavrodafni usually only comes onto the market after four to six years of aging in barrels and can be of good to very good quality, and it then also has the appropriate aging potential. The Mavrodafni ripens early and is quite productive, which leads to good and predictable yields. There are no plantations of this variety outside Greece.
This grape variety is also known by the name of:
Ahmar Mechtras, Mauro Daphni, Mavro Daphni, Mavrodafni, Mavrodafnitsa, Mavrodaphni, Mavrodrami, Thiniatiko
