Magoutes

In this wind-swept and arid locale, anchored on an impressively rocky limestone terroir, Magoutes Vineyard’s own specific story goes back to the beginning of 20th century. Dimitrios Diamantis’ grandfather hand-grafted the now centennial vineyard of the domaine on the family land with the region’s foundational vines of Xinomavro. As time passed and grape growing became less profitable, most of the region’s vineyards faded into obscurity until only a few old ones survived.

In the early 1990s the winery focused on protecting and reviving the local varieties and managed to save enough genetic material to re-plant 18 hectares on the limestone/clay slopes. The first official bottling, a Xinomavro Moschomavro blend, took place in 2002. 

All of this has been made possible by Dimitri’s energetic drive and the equal energy, conviction, and support of George Papageorgiou, his business partner. The families of Dimitrios Diamantis and George Papageorgiou joined together, sharing a common vision for their homeland: to protect and revive the region’s viticultural heritage and its potential to produce unique wines.