Iles grecques

Overlooking the village of Kounavi near Katalagari, the Stilianou vineyard is curled according to organic standards respecting nature and the local Cretan tradition. By awakening nature, the Cretan sun increases the power of the shoots grown on the mountain vineyards, which are refreshed by Eole, the god of winds. Stilianou wines are produced in a new modern cellar, it is a limited production with each bottle numbered. A nice gift idea to bring back in your suitcases.

It was the first Naxiote distillery to start kitron production, still managed by the Vallindras family since 1896. The kitron is prepared according to the same secret traditional method. Visits in French of the small museum are organized every day in summer. Sale of kitron and various products of the distillery (ouzo, kitroraki, candied fruits). The Promponas family, who have been running the other kitron distillery in Naxos since 1915, have a shop on the port of Chora where tastings are also free of charge.

The monks of the Toplou monastery produce one of the best wines of the island (especially the white one). You can buy it in some supermarkets and in the monastery store. Don't miss to visit the cellar where it is vinified, the monks are equipped with highly modern facilities! Their raki and organic olive oil are also excellent quality products. The region of Sitia is indeed one of the most important wine producing areas of Crete.

The Tamiolakis area is located near the village Houdetsi, 20 km south of Heraklion, in the Viticole wine region (the tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis is 12 km away). Organic vineyards are spread over 13 acres and also include a small cellar. In addition to the characteristic varieties of Peza (kotsifali, mandilaria, vilana), there are also: vidiano, dafni, plyto, thrapsathiri and Muscat of Spina, but also foreign varieties such as: Syrah, Merlot, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay and Sauvignon white to complement the mixed concept of the domain. Guided tour in excellent French on reservation.

Visit and tasting for fans of local productions: wine and raki.

It was here in the year 2000 that journalist Stelios Zacharioudakis and his wife Victoria realized their dream with great enthusiasm, and created an estate and a place to visit that pays tribute to the vine and wine. At the top and crown of the Orthi Petra hill, at an altitude of 500 meters, a 30-hectare vineyard is planted on soils that can produce harvests of excellent wines from organic grapes. On a stony, limestone, sloping land, and in combination with the altitude, red grape varieties are grown: Kotsifali, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, as well as white grape varieties: Vilana, Vidiano, Malvazia and Sauvignon. The estate currently produces 120,000 bottles of organic wine per year, including one of the best vidiano on the island. You can take a 1,800 m walk through the vineyards around the hill and enjoy a spectacular view of the Messara plain and the Psiloris and Asteroussia mountain ranges, as well as the island of Gavdos and the Libyan Sea. The tasting room where the tour ends is spectacular and offers a panoramic view of the Libyan Sea. The tasting room where the tour ends is spectacular and offers a panoramic view of the Libyan Sea, inspiring vocations in viticulture! The winery offers wine pairing experiences with a chef specializing in Cretan dishes, including snails. Before planning your visit, check the website for the schedule as it changes regularly.

The vineyard is located south of Knossos, not far from Spilia, at about 200 m above sea level. Here you can visit the cellars, taste and buy the wines of this famous Greek producer in the middle of its vineyards.

To buy wine from Peza, you can visit this Minos centre, Crete wines where Nikos Miliarakis will welcome you. It features a museum, a tasting room and a projection room.

The Avli grocery store (consumer goods store) is an exclusive shop in Rethymnon, displaying exceptional food and drinks from small producers in Greece and especially in Crete. In this shop you can discover high quality gastronomic and wine products! You can find virgin olive oil, olive oil flavoured with rosemary and herbs or spices, charcuterie as well as other famous local products such as raki, honey and drinks. Varied tastings..

In a space with contemporary curves, follow the expert advice of the staff who will direct you to the best bottles of wines and spirits from the region and elsewhere. An ideal way to discover Crete's vineyards and wine-making traditions from the experts. Tastings are organised on site to help you choose the bottles to your taste. To be consumed (in moderation!) during your stay, facing the sea or the mountains; or to bring back from your holidays to remember the Cretan flavours on your return.

You will love this vineyard, the oldest on the island, which dates back to 1836. After pushing the door, you will discover the beautiful shaded garden where tastings of (very good) red, white and rosé wines are held, accompanied by cheeses. On the left, the cellar is magnificent with its huge barrels, old instruments, period photos and a crown of dry vine wood. At the back of the property, an open-air space is dedicated to Greek music concerts as well as theatrical and puppet shows.

This distillery, located at the entrance to the port of Katapola, produces a bewildering variety of local wines and spirits, some of which are unique to Amorgos. For example, tsipuro and raki are distilled here, and are known throughout the Cyclades archipelago and as far away as mainland Greece. It's also an opportunity to admire the four large fermentation vats and, of course, the magnificent metal still with its eminently steampunk charm. A must-see for lovers of Greek-style aperitifs and digestifs!

Located near the tourist office, this boutique offers a multitude of bottles of alcohol. Ask for advice on your ouzo, there are dozens…

This winery opened less than 10 years ago to take advantage of the unique terroir of Samothrace and its vineyards. The winery tour will allow you to learn more about the local wines, and the winemaking process developed here. After a stroll through the vineyards and cellars, you will taste some of the house wines, which are also available for sale. The place is serene and chic, with a beautiful panoramic view of the Aegean. A visit is an interesting alternative activity on the island of the Great Gods.

This winery is located 2 km south of Christos Rahon. In the summer, people come here all day and evening to taste the house wines, which are made in accordance with the Ikariot wine-making traditions augmented by modern winemaking capabilities. The two local grape varieties, Fokiano and Begleri, are grown here. Guided tours of the winery with wine tasting are offered (50-90 min), without reservation in summer. The wine bar is open to all: you can taste the house wines, accompanied by platters of local organic products.

The Karimalis family took over these lands more than 20 years ago to create the estate that we know today, in keeping with the thousand-year-old wine tradition of Ikaria. After an informative tour of the vineyards in the golden light of the setting sun, you will taste the production of the house, which prides itself on producing one of the best organic and natural wines of the island from a local variety of grapes. To accompany these wines, delicious homemade mezzes are to be shared: they feature the ingredients of the farm.

In Corfu they also make beer! In 2006, Spiros Kaloudis opened this brewery in the village of Arillas and since then his beer has been very successful. The beers are all made in a traditional way without chemicals. Different types of beer are available: blond, brown, with a hint of lemon... The brewery can also be visited every Saturday, where a tasting is then organised.

Santo Wines Winery is a wine tourism center located in the village of Pyrgos, Santorini. It offers breathtaking views of the volcano and is open all year round. Visitors can book their visit online and discover the different styles of wine produced by the winery, including the island's famous wine, made from the Assyrtiko grape variety. In addition to wine tasting, Santo Wines also offers an online store where visitors can purchase wines as well as local products such as fava, capers and tomato products. The wine tourism center also boasts a terrace offering magnificent views of the bay and sea. Santo Wines is a popular destination for wine lovers in Santorini.