Greece Uncorked: Hallgarten's Steve Daniel on his Greek wine odyssey

In just three decades Greek wineries have exploded from being 30 to 1300 in number. Wine lovers have discovered a country with a deep-rooted viticultural history, a treasure trove of distinctive indigenous grape varieties and a cuisine that finds its natural partner in wine. One of the key drivers of this modern day renaissance has been Hallgarten & Novum’s wine development director, Steve Daniel, who travelled to Greece 30 years ago with a gaggle of mates and has never looked back – sharing his passion for the wines and finding them an international audience. At his latest showcase, Greece Uncorked, Daniel tells Justin Keay why Greek wine’s odyssey has only just begun, while Keay picks out the hits from this ‘most fun tasting of the year.’