Two Wineries Experience Tour and Wine Tasting
Duration 5 hours
First, you drive through the countryside, which is green and full of sunshine. You see hills, olive trees, and little villages. Visiting a winery in Crete feels like going on a secret adventure!
When you get to the winery,
You will tour the vineyards and the winemaking facility and have a unique tour. At the first family Winery, each tasting consists of 50ml of wine. Guests will have the opportunity to talk with a member of the estate’s family during wine-tasting. You will taste 5 different varieties of wine. Tastings are accompanied by organic Cretan rusks and Cretan olive oil.
Next Winery is also a family winery. Guided tours of the vineyards, open-air vine museum, and cellar, where wines mature in oak barrels, are offered daily.
EXPLORING CRETAN HISTORY, FLAVOURS AND NATURE
At this winery, established in Crete, a
n island with 4.000 years of history in winemaking. Since 1966, our focus has been on producing single variety wines from rare indigenous grapes; we are proud to have revived three ancient Cretan varieties: Dafni, Plyto and Melissaki.
In an idyllic setting, surrounded by Psarades vineyard and Lassithi mountains, our winery offers you the perfect opportunity to enjoy nature and discover local wines of distinctive character.
At this winery, you will have the opportunity to taste five different varieties of wine, accompanied by local dishes
Highlights
- Learn about the wine production process
- Travel along the stunning coastline of Crete
- Experience the fusion of design and construction in winemaking
- Enjoy panoramic views of the vineyard and aging cellar
- Taste a variety of exceptional wines, including Malagouzia etc
- Shop for your favorite wines at the in-sight shop
- Uncover the timeless allure of Greek wine culture
Route
Detailed Itinerary
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First winery
Continuing our journey, we invite you to discover a groundbreaking bio-climatic winery. This exceptional winery showcases a remarkable fusion of design and construction, marking a new era in winemaking. Surrounded by the allure of the Mediterranean's pristine beaches creates a truly enchanting atmosphere. Journey through the intricately developed wine production, bottling, ageing, and storage facilities, and delight in the tasting area, offering panoramic views of the vineyard and ageing cellar adorned with oak barrels.
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Second winery
Prepare for an authentic experience as we continue to our second winery, a true custodian of tradition, with a winemaking legacy dating back to 1865. Step into a world of folk architecture, where stone walls and grand arches transport you to a bygone era. Indulge in a sensory journey as you sample a variety of exceptional wines, including Malagouzia, Assyrtiko, Cabernet Sauvignon, and more.
2 hours
Pricing & Cancellation
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Included in price
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Introduction to the Wines of Crete
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The Cretan varieties
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Wine Tasting of 5 Local Wines
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Private car and English-speaking driver
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Sightseeing at the winery
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All taxes
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Not included in price
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Gratuities (optional)
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Gallery
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