Greek vineyards are cultivated on mountain slopes of up to 800m above the sea-level or at sea-level. The soil characteristics for the majority of the vineyards is rocky limestone. There is also a percentage that is cultivated on fertile plains. The vineyards are spread over great areas of land but occupy small amounts of it.

The Greek landscape is ideal for unique microclimatic conditions favouring the cultivation of local grape varieties. The combination of a mild climate, a lot of sunshine and low rainfall make soils of moderate fertility and small crops of excellent quality.