Although until 1950 the cultivation of the variety was prominent on the island of Lemnos, today it covers only 5-10% of its vineyards. But due to the unique quality of the grape and for reasons of historical continuity, Limnio is now cultivated more and more systematically on the island, offering a remarkable variety of styles and tastes. Limnio is clearly mentioned in Hesiod’s texts from 700 BC, while the “Limnia grape” mentioned in the “Onomastikon” of Polydeukis, probably refers to Limnio. The connection of the variety with the island of Lemnos is sealed with the establishment of PDO Lemnos red, the only Greek Denomination of Origin that provides 100% Limnio. The characteristic resistance of the variety to lack of water and dry heat conditions, makes the cultivation of the variety ideal in Lemnos. It is known that Limnio appears in well-known blends of wineries of Northern Greece, which take advantage of the fruit, coolness and finesse of the variety. But Limnio in its monovarietal version is found mainly in Lιmnos, since monovarietal samples outside the island are few. It is worth trying Limnio from the place of origin of the variety, enjoying its fruity character and its variability through various vinifications that give us different expressions and styles. The Limnio variety: Limnio
Authentic and historic
The ancient, red variety Limnio is known on the island of Limnos as Kalampaki, although it became known outside the island as Limnio, indicating its origin.
The ancient, red variety Limnio is known on the island of Limnos as Kalampaki, although it became known outside the island as Limnio, indicating its origin.
Authentic and historic
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