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Retsina -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29) |
 | | Retsina is a (A native or inhabitant of Greece) Greek resinated white (or rosé) (Fermented juice (of grapes especially)) wine dating back at least 2700 years. |
| | Pine resin helped keep air out, while at the same time infusing the wine with resin aroma. |
| | It is perhaps the most commonly-drunk wine in Greece (though not equally popular in all its regions), and, given its strong flavor, is best served with the strongly herbed dishes characteristic of (additional info and facts about Greek cuisine) Greek cuisine and (additional info and facts about Mediterranean cuisine) Mediterranean cuisine in general. |
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