Wine me not

A few weeks ago, I found myself dancing to Queen’s We Will Rock You near Tsiakkas Vineyards, while enjoying a glass of Vamvakada with friends. In that moment, my mood was shaped by the music, the company and the occasion rather than the wine. That does not happen often.

Wine is associated with parties, festivals and celebrations of all sorts. Since the ancient days of feasting and banqueting among Romans and Greeks, wine has had a part to play in the celebration of life. Particularly in...