Moschofilero
The Pink Aromatic
Moschofilero is grown in Mantinia, Peloponnese and Arcadia.
3regions it is known for
1other name
- Tastes of
- rose petal, citrus, ginger and white peach
- Goes with
- mezze, grilled octopus and light salads
- Also called
- Fileri
The story
Greece's most distinctive aromatic white comes from pink-skinned grapes grown in the high Mantinia plateau.
Insider story
Moschofilero thrives at altitude—Mantinia sits at 650 meters. Lower-elevation plantings produce flat wine.
Moschofilero was Greece's first indigenous white to gain international recognition.
Technical deep dive
Aromatic whites with crisp acidity (6-7.5 g/L) and pronounced floral character.
Flavor profile: rose petals, orange blossom, lemon, grapefruit, white pepper.
Industry secrets
Moschofilero makes excellent sparkling wine.
The grape also produces distinctive rosé.
For collectors
Investment grade C
- Auction records
- No significant auction market
- Blue-chip producers
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- Tselepos
- Skouras
- Spiropoulos
- Value picks
- Quality Mantinia ($12-22)
- Price trend
- Stable. Excellent value.
- Collector’s tip
- Drink young—within 2-3 years.