Where to find Greek wines around Metro Detroit

Trained winemakers, modern technology and viticulture, and consumers thirsty for different tastes are changing the landscape for Greek wines at home in Greece -- and in markets around the world.

Getting local wine shops and even Greek restaurants to offer them, however, is still a challenge.

In my June 25 column, I described three such wines that are in the Michigan market, thanks to Philip Arvantis of Wine Dimensions, a wine and food importing and distribution company in Mount Clemens.

The wines are 2008 Greek Wine Cellars Assyrtiko from the island of Santorini; Domaine Skouras Zoe 2006 from the Peloponnese; and the nonvintage Calliga Rubis from the island of Cephalonia.

Here are some spots to buy these wines and other diverse Greek wine selections.

Auburn Cafe, Ecorse (offers flaming saganaki and a bottle of Greek wine for $20 on Wednesdays)

Ernie's Kings Mill in Clinton Township

Village Taverna in Greektown

Merchant's Fine Wine, Dearborn

Papa Joe's

Champane's Wine Cellars

Stoukas Imports

Hiller's

Red Wagon

Novi Party Store

Pi Restaurant, Southfield

Assorted restaurants in Greektown