Zakynthino
White wine grape variety
Also known as Zakynthino Ionian
Zakynthino is a white wine grape with signature aromas of citrus, green apple, saline note. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Assyrtiko and Roditis.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for citrus and green-apple fruit with saline edge.
- Check frame as low-tannin with medium-plus acidity.
Confidence signals
- Zakynthino profile
- Citrus on a medium/medium frame typical of Zakynthino.
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Zakynthos · Kefalonia · Ionian Islands
- Classic styles: Rare Ionian white grape used in dry maritime wines and local blends with strong island freshness · Crisp citrus-orchard profile with low tannin and medium-plus acidity
Common questions
Is Zakynthino a red or white grape variety?
Zakynthino is a white wine grape variety.
What does Zakynthino smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Zakynthino include citrus, green apple and saline note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Zakynthino?
Documented tells for Zakynthino: Look for citrus and green-apple fruit with saline edge. and Check frame as low-tannin with medium-plus acidity..
What is Zakynthino most often confused with in blind tasting?
Zakynthino is most commonly confused with Assyrtiko, Roditis and Robola. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Zakynthino grown?
Classic regions for Zakynthino include Zakynthos, Kefalonia and Ionian Islands.