Markou Vineyards is one of the eldest artisanal wineries of Athens. It was first established by the Markou family in 1908 and is currently operated by the 4th generation of family winemakers. They vinify approximately 10 hectares of privately owned vineyards in the Attican wine country of Athens and another 10 hectares of privately owned, certific organic vineyards in the Nemean wine country of Corinth. Grapes in the Athenian vineyards are primarily indigenous varieties such as Savatiano, Assyrtiko, Roditis, Malagousia and Mandilaria. In Nemea, they grow the prized indigenous red varietal, Agiorgitiko. Their vineyards are mostly comprised of 65+ year-old vines in goblet formations that are farmed sustainably, non-irrigated and keep low yields of highly concentrated fruit. Plantings were done in conjunction with nature. Thyme, rosemary and olive and cypress trees grow in the vineyards, which means biodiversity flourishes, reducing the need for spraying and aiding in pest control. A deft touch is used in the winery, with minimal intervention.