🍇 Mediterranean Grapes: The Sun, the Soil, and the Sea in Every Glass

The Mediterranean is more than a destination — it’s a living story of sunshine, salt, and soil. Across its coasts, from Italy to Greece, Türkiye to Spain, generations of winemakers have shaped a culture that celebrates life through the vine. Here, the climate is kind yet demanding, and the result is grapes that speak with intensity, warmth, and timeless charm.

🇮🇹 Italy — Poise and Heritage

Italy’s vineyards reflect a deep connection between land and tradition.
Sangiovese, the soul of Tuscany, gives us the structure and freshness of Chianti and Brunello. Expect bright cherry notes, herbs, and a touch of earthiness — a perfect match for pasta or grilled meats.

Further south, Nero d’Avola thrives under the Sicilian sun, offering dark fruit and spice with a silky texture. Vermentino, meanwhile, captures the breeze of the Ligurian and Sardinian coasts — crisp, citrusy, and delicately saline, ideal for seafood and light Mediterranean dishes.

🇬🇷 Greece — Ancient Roots, Volcanic Energy

Few places combine history and terroir like Greece.
From the volcanic soils of Santorini comes Assyrtiko, a grape of tension and minerality — sharp, refreshing, and full of character. Agiorgitiko, from the Peloponnese, is softer, full of red fruit and gentle spice, while Xinomavro, from the north, is bold and complex, known for its aging potential and refined tannins.

Each glass feels like a whisper from the gods — sun, sea, and myth intertwined.

🇹🇷 Türkiye — Where Winemaking Was Born

Long before Europe, Anatolia was already cultivating the vine. Türkiye’s native grapes reflect this ancient legacy.
Öküzgözü, with its lively acidity and juicy red fruit, brings freshness to any table. Boğazkere, meaning “throat-catcher,” is powerful, tannic, and made for rich meats and aged cheeses. And Narince, elegant and aromatic, shows how Turkish whites can rival Europe’s best — think quince, pear, and delicate citrus zest.

Together, these varieties represent the rebirth of a country reclaiming its rightful place in global winemaking.

🇪🇸 Spain — Bold Heat, Endless Passion

Spain’s vineyards pulse with sun and energy.
Tempranillo, the backbone of Rioja, is structured, balanced, and laced with hints of tobacco and vanilla from oak aging. Garnacha (Grenache) thrives along the Mediterranean coast — juicy, soft, and vibrant, with a touch of spice that makes it perfect for tapas, paella, and late-night laughter.

🌿 The Mediterranean in a Glass

Each grape tells a story of its landscape — the shimmer of the sea, the scent of wild herbs, the touch of salt in the air. Mediterranean wines aren’t just beverages; they’re expressions of a way of life built on warmth, simplicity, and connection.

At Casa Mediterra, that’s exactly what we celebrate:
Mediterranean warmth in a glass.