Wine is an integral part of food culture and hospitality. The winemaking tradition in the area has been famous since the ancient times for the cultivation and quality of its wine. According to Greek mythology, the famous sanctuary of Dionysus was located at the top of Mount Paggaio. Dionysus is, as is well known, the god of wine, fertility and vegetation.
The fertile soil and climatic conditions favor the production of excellent grapes. Also in the area is produced excellent tsipouro, from local distillers.