Susan Kostrzewa

Executive Editor

Executive Editor Susan Kostrzewa joined Wine Enthusiast in 2006, when she moved from Sonoma, California, to Manhattan. Kostrzewa has written and edited wine, food and travel stories for the past 12 years, and in addition to editing Wine Enthusiast Magazine and WineMag.com, currently reviews wines from Greece and Cyprus. She also co-edited the Wine Enthusiast Wine & Food Pairings cookbook. Additionally, Kostrzewa has authored books on literary travel and contributed to the recently published wine guide, Opus Vino.

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Estate Biblia Chora 2010 Ovilos White (Pangeon)

Price $38

Orange blossom, apricot and honey notes give the bouquet an opulent edge. On the palate, it’s a wave of lush peach, apricot and honey flavors, finished with a delicate spice note. This will pair with everything from poultry to ethnic cuisine to fruit salad. — S.K. (4/1/2013)

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Pavlidis 2011 Thema White (Drama)

Price $21

An alluring nose of citrus, pineapple and peach notes leads this elegant white. Fresh, flavorful and exotic, the wine offers citrus and lush fruit flavors, with a spin of acid for balance. This is very good on its own, but it will also pair well with poultry, grilled seafood or spicy dishes. — S.K. (4/1/2013)

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Estate Biblia Chora 2011 White (Pangeon)

Price $23

This white has a curvy character, with heady fruit and citrus aromas and an interplay of rich exotic fruit flavors and bright acidity. Balanced and original, this exhibits the fruit and mineral combination that Greek whites do so well. — S.K. (4/1/2013)

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Lyrarakis 2008 Symbolo Grand Cuvée Red (Crete)

Price $50

Plum and red berry aromas start this integrated red blend, which is released only in the best years. On the palate, plum, warm spice and oak tones create a rich but clean character. The wine is structured and has room to age. — S.K. (4/1/2013)

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Skouras 2010 Cuvée Larsinos Viognier (Peloponnese)

Price $21

Apricot, citrus and honey notes lead this impressive Viognier from Greece. On the palate, it shows good balance of white fruit, flower and pineapple notes. An elegant and unique selection. — S.K. (4/1/2013)

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Thymiopoulos Vineyards 2008 Uranos Xinomavro (Naoussa)

Price $35

Violet, black fruit and cedar notes lead this poised red. The palate is plush, but finishes clean and dry. Subtle, clean and focused, it’s a good wine to savor alone or with steak. — S.K. (4/1/2013)

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Gentilini 2010 Robola (Cephalonia)

Price $22

This wine starts with a refined nose of lemon, peach and flower notes. The palate is lively and balanced, and it offers ripe citrus flavors, buoyed by spice and flint notes. An expressive medium-bodied white with style. — S.K. (4/1/2013)

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Estate Constantin Gofas 2011 Mythic River Sauvignon-Roditis White (Corinth)

Price $15

A nose of peach, spice and citrus notes leads this light and lively white made from Roditis and Sauvignon Blanc. Lean but likeable, it offers a lemon overtone on the palate and a fresh, spicy finish. Pair it with grilled seafood, Thai dishes or cold chicken salads. — S.K. (4/1/2013)

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