Small Group Local Wine Tasting Tour In Santorini
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Estate Argyros
Discover Santorini's finest wines on an exclusive tour. Taste Assyrtiko grapes, explore historic wineries, and enjoy breathtaking caldera views.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Estate Argyros - Situated on the outskirts of Episkopi Gonia, approximately 5.5km southeast of Fira, Estate Argyros Winery offers a captivating experience for wine enthusiasts. The expansive tasting room, nestled in the heart of their vineyard estate, boasts stunning ocean views, creating a picturesque setting for wine exploration. In alignment with the Santorini winemaking tradition, Estate Argyros focuses predominantly on the cultivation and utilization of the white Assyrtiko grape, capturing the essence of the island’s terroir. Beyond Assyrtiko, Argyros showcases their expertise with a delightful Aidani wine, adding a unique dimension to their offerings. Noteworthy is their ruby red Mavrotragano, acclaimed with an impressive score of 93/100 Parker points by Wine Advocate, attesting to the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of their wines. - Wine Museum - Winery Koutsogiannopoulos Wine Tasting - Explore a unique museum nestled in a cave, eight meters below ground and extending 300 meters. With family knowledge and historical exhibits, a glimpse into the life of a winemaker at Koutsogiannopoulos Winery. The winery offers a variety of wines, categorized as young or aged white and red wines, rosé, semisweet, and sweet wines. - Venetsanos Winery - Explore a delightful winery in Megalochori village, showcasing traditional Cycladic architecture and offering stunning views of the caldera and volcanic cliffs. Venetsanos Winery presents a handful of wines for tasting, predominantly crafted from Assyrtiko and Mandilaria grapes. Established in 1947, it holds the title of the island’s first industrial winery. Notably, the winery was constructed uniquely—from above and moving downwards, adding to its distinctive charm and providing a picturesque setting for your wine-tasting experience.
What's Included
  • Visit 3 wineries for unique tasting of distinctive volcanic wines
  • 12 small glasses of wine, 4 in each winery
  • Enjoy a “Greek Meze-style” meal
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • English speaking driver-guide
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bottle of water
  • Small group tour (max 15 people)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

Embark on an exclusive wine exploration on the enchanting Santorini island, where you’ll indulge in the exquisite flavors of some of the world’s finest wines crafted from Assyrtiko grapes cultivated in volcanic soil. Our journey begins at Estate Argyros, home to the largest vineyard on the island, offering a captivating experience of Santorini’s viticultural heritage. Next, we’ll venture to Koutsogiannopoulos Winery, featuring a one-of-a-kind museum that unfolds the rich history of winemaking in Santorini. Culminate your tour at Venetsanos Winery, the pioneering industrial winery on the island. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking panoramas of the caldera and witness the majestic Santorini Sunset, creating an unforgettable finale to your wine odyssey.

  • Please let us know if you have any food allergies or special dietary needs
  • Important Note: We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 21 years old and above. Minor travelers below 21 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
Location
Estate Argyros
Episkopi Gonia
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Schwixen
Apr 25, 2024
Fine Wine Tour - We went on a fine wine tour with Makedas travel and had a fantastic time! Spiros, our driver, was friendly and very knowledgeable about the island, surrounding areas, and wine which helped to improve our understanding of the wine-making process, island, and culture!
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