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16 Best Santorini Wineries and Wine Tours

Updated On: January 31, 2024

Written By: Pavlos Inglesis

Artisanal wines, lovely terraces, amazing Greek Food and even greek beers … 🍷Your Ultimate Guide to Santorini Wineries and the best wine tours is here! It is not a secret that the island has some of the most amazing wineries and wine tours in the world. Santorini wines are amazing! Wine production on the island dates back to the ancient times and the famous “Assyrtiko” variety of Santorini is famous all over the world.

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The thing with Santorini’s vineyards is that the amazing indigenous varieties, the island’s unique ecosystem, along with the volcanic soil, strong winds, rare rainfalls and the hot and dry summers result in wines of a uniquely intense and complex character with high gastronomic value.

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You are going to love wine tasting in Santorini and there are high chances this is going to be the highlight of your trip! This is also one of the best things to do in Santorini for couples .

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The Best Santorini Wineries are:

Santowines Winery
Venetsanos Winery
Estate Argyros Winery
Domaine Sigalas Winery
Koutsoyannopoulos Winery & Wine Museum
Gavalas Winery
Boutari Winery
Hatzidakis Winery
Artemis Karamolegos Winery
Vassaltis Winery
Art Space Winery
Canava Roussos Winery
Gaia Winery
Santorini Brewing Company
Volkan Brewery

VERY IMPORTANT TO KNOW

Most famous Santorini Winery: Santowines Winery (visit this one if you don’t have much time on the island)
Visiting one of the Santorini Wineries and have a wine tasting session in Santorini is one of the best things you can do on the island
You can visit the wineries by yourself or book an organized tour that will take you through several wineries on the island; you will have a dedicated guide that will explain more about the history of wine making on the island. If you want to visit by yourself though, make sure you don’t drink and drive.
Area with the most wineries: around Pyrgos and Emporeio village (these areas don’t have views to the famous caldera and most of the wineries are basically hidden within the lovely vine
Best Wine Varieties to try in Santorini: Assyrtiko (white) and Mavrotragano (red) and the traditional and very sweet Vinsanto wine
You can either visit the Santorini wineries by yourself or book an organised wine tour (see the best wine tours at the bottom of this post) which is basically a van that takes you to several wineries for several hours
All the Santorini wineries offer a large or small selection of greek meze (nibbles) or even proper dinner or lunch
There are only 2 wineries that have great views to the calrdera and the volcano: Santowines and Venetsanos wineries.
Koutsoyannopoulos winery is also the famous Santorini Wine Museum with a dedicated tour for showing how the wine is actually being made in Santorini since the ancient years.
Also check the amazing Paros Wineries .

So, here are the best Santorini wineries:

1. Santowines Winery

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Santowines Winery is the largest and most famous winery of Santorini. So, let’s put it this way: if there is only one winery that you want to visit in Santorini or you don’t have the time to visit a second one, then it has to be the amazing Santowines winery! They are located just outside of Fira (on the intersection that goes to Pyrgos) and it is one of the wineries in Santorini that have caldera views. They also have a large selection of Santorini wines, yummy greek meze, great service and even an amazing gift shop where you can buy local products of the island along with all of the wines that you previously tasted! SantoWines was founded in 1947 and it’s basically the Union of Santorini Cooperatives. Today, it consists of the largest winery of the island representing all the cultivators and counting 1.200 active members. There is an enormous terrace in different levels with one of the most amazing views of the caldera and the volcano. Finding a table to sit is relatively easy (unless it’s August and sunset time…or there is a massive cruise ship that has just arrived in Santorini…but even so you should be able to find a table as the place is massive!) and you can even order coffee or just greek meze and nibbles. You can select different wine tasting “experiences” where a waiter or wine-specialist will explain to you the different aromas, tastes and varieties like: Assyritko , Nykteri or Vinsanto (this is more like a liquor…very sweet but yummy!). You can have 3, 6 or even 12 glasses of wine! There is no way you get out of this place sober…that’s for sure!! The whole experience will be even better if you visit the amazing Deli shop which is in the winery with plenty of local produce and a large wines selection (from the ones that you just tasted before). SantoWines winery is between Fira and Pyrgos on your right side (going from Fira to Pyrgos village). It is closer to Pyrgos village though. There is plenty of parking there but you can even take a taxi or a local bus from Fira or elsewhere. If it is August and sunset time, you probably need to call them and book a table in advance. Especially if you are planning to visit around sunset time because it can get pretty busy at that time. Also, bear in mind that during summer, there are many weddings that take place at their terrace and some part of it might be privately reserved. You can contact them in advance to check.

2. Venetsanos Winery

Venetsanos Winery is a quite new addition to the Santorini wineries since the winery itself has been recently renovated. It is actually the first industrial winery of Santorini, founded in 1947 by Venetsanos family. All the buildings have been recently renovated and the old wine tanks have actually been transformed to a very cool little museum. You can actually learn a lot for the innovative production methods of the winery. The most distinguished feature of the winery is actually its architectural design, which essentially used gravity, facilitating energy efficiency, at a time when access to electricity and other energy sources was very limited. The winery was built in an unconventional manner constructed from above and moving downwards. That’s the reason behind all these stairs and different levels of the structure! The winery itself is located just above Athinios port (where all the ferries from Athens depart) and it is in a really quiet and unique location overlooking (obviously…) the caldera and the volcano. You are still getting an amazing terrace where you can sit and taste the Venetsanos wines selection ( Nykteri, Assyrtiko, Mandilaria, Anaggalis, Liasto ) along with some yummy greek nibbles (mostly locally produced). Venetsanos winery is an amazing winery (and possibly less touristy than SantoWines). Everything is on a smaller scale and that’s not a bad thing… Venetsanos winery is literally 15 mins walking distance from the SantoWines winery and just outside of Megalochori village on your right hand as you drive on the Fira-Perissa main road . You won’t have any issues with parking. However, do expect the winery to be busier than usual in August (obviously around sunset time…). You can contact them in advance to make sure you will get a table but you can even book your table or tour through their website.

3. Estate Argyros Winery

It is true that you won’t find any bells and whistles in this one. No amazing views and fancy decorations. Just amazing wines and a team of very passionate and friendly people who run it. But…it is a lovely family business which is producing Santorini local wines since 1903. It is now the 4th generation of Argyros family running the winery and the winery is basically located inside the characteristic circular vineyards of Santorini. Winetasting is actually free and the people who run the place are really helpful and very keen to explain all the different varieties of the multi-award winning Estate Argyros Wines. People say that Argyros Estate winery is a winery for real wine-lovers…not a tourist attraction with “instagrammable” views (…and that is probably true). At Estate Argyros winery, you will mainly taste the great white and rose wines varieties such as Assyrtiko (you have to try Argyros Assyrtiko…seriously…) but there are some great reds as well, such as the unique Mavrotragano variety. You can even visit the cute vineyards behind the winery and see with your own eyes the unique way they are shaped in a circular way so that they are protected by the strong Santorini winds. Estate Argyros winery is literally 5 mins drive from Pyrgos village. 🙂 You just have to contact them and book your visit. In the less busy months (every other month apart from July and August) you can just show up and the people of the winery will be happy to offer you the wine tour and wine tasting experience. You won’t be disappointed with this one…Just bear in mind that Argyros Estate has been included in the Top 100 Wineries of the world for many years. Argyros Estate Winery is Santorini wine at its best!

4. Domaine Sigalas Winery

Domaine Sigalas is one of the wineries which is closest to Oia ( check hotels and villas in Oia ) and it’s a quite new addition to the Santorini Wineries map as it was founded back in 1991 by the Sigalas family. There are many good reasons to visit this winery and the amazing romantic terrace located in the middle of the vineyards is only one of them. You won’t be disappointed with the great selection of Sigalas wines. You’d be able to taste more than 10 wines: different variaties of the famous Assyrtiko Santorini wine and a few reds such as “Mavrotragano” or “Mandilaria”. You’ll also get amazing food as their kitchen offers some amazing greek meze/nibbles and lunch/dinner plates using seasonal local produce! And everything is super yummy…trust me! Seriously…the Chef who works there is not playing around…! At Domain Sigalas you can book your wine tasting experience from their website . Domaine Sigalas is also available for weddings and it obviously has a very nice shop for buying the Sigalas label wines. Domaine Sigalas winery is literally 5 mins drive from Oia but you can even hike/walk from Oia to visit it as it’s literally only about 3km far away in the small valley behind Oia. This winery is not only for wine lovers but for some serious foodies as well and it has quickly become one of the most loved wineries and most recognisable labels of the island.

5. Koutsoyannopoulos Winery and Wine Museum

Koutsoyannopoulos Winery and WIne Museum is a whole different category by itself. This is actually one of a kind, as there are only very few wine museums all over the world and this one is very unique, indeed. Koutsoyannopoulos family have created a little gem here, by opening this little museum and putting so much effort on making the whole tour as much visual as possible. The museum building itself is actually in an underground cave which is making the whole experience even more exciting. Don’t get me wrong here: this is a real museum and a winery! So, you’ll get a proper audio guide that will guide you through the different stages of wine production and the lives of the old Santorini wine makers. In reality, you are walking through the nicely lit (and medieval-looking) catacombs where you are basically being educated on the whole process and history of wine making in Santorini. The whole experience is really something you would expect to see at a Disney Theme Park (though on a smaller scale to be honest…) and it’s super educational. But Koutsoyannopoulos is still a winery, so you’d expect to find some really good wine to taste at the end of your tour that costs 9 euros (including entrance to the museum/1hr audio tour, car parking and wine tasting of 4 different wines). The wine tasting comes at the end of the tour where you are basically visiting the wine tasting area and the shop of the winery to buy their wines. Santorini WIne Museum is very close to Santorini Airport and you will actually see it on the main road towards the famous Kamari Beach . The whole experience is very unique and it’s actually very good value for money. You will learn about wine production and wine history while drinking amazing local wine!

6. Gavalas Winery

When we talk about people who are extremely passionate about what they do, then we have to talk about Mr. George Gavalas, the owner of this picturesque and very old winery at the extremely cute Megalochori village. Mr. Gavalas is the third generation of wine producers in this winery with history that goes back to the end of the 19th century. The really unique characteristic of this family-run winery is the fact that you’d be able to taste wines that you won’t find elsewhere on the island such as Katsano, Gaidouria and Voudomato (along with the Assyrtiko, Mavrotragano and Athiri). “Katsano” is an exquisite wine which is the result of George Gavalas’ love and devotion to wine-making and his continuous effort to revive the rare, indigenous grape varieties of Santorini. It is a blend of 85% Katsano and 15% Gaidouria, both grape varieties little known outside the island, as they only cover 1% of the total vineyard of the winery. No fancy terraces here. Just pure love and passion for wine making, along with a small patio with a few tables. What is more exciting though, is that if you visit the winery during the harvest season (which is very likely as it is in August-September…) there is a very high possibility of you re-living the ultimate 5000 year old experience of…foot crushing of the grapes as it was actually done thousands of years ago. Gavalas Winery is at one of the most picturesque villages of the island: Megalochori, very close to the center of the village (in case you are lost just ask anybody at the village and they’d be able to tell you). You can’t go wrong with Gavalas Winery… It’s a little gem that’s even been discovered by CNN back in 2010! Its wines are exported every year to some of the most famous restaurants in the US and Europe, not to mention the fact that you’ll meet some of the friendliest, kindest and passionate wine makers of the island.

7. Boutari Winery

Boutari Wines is one of the most well established and well known wines labels in Greece. Back in 1989 the Boutari family recognised Santorini as a wine region with lots of potential for the production of amazing high quality wines. The winery is mainly focused on the 3 main white Santorini wines : Assyrtiko, Athiri and Aidani but there is also the red variety that you can find in Aegean islands: Mandilaria. The winery itself has a very nice auditorium, a tasting room with a small terrace and a very nice shop where you can actually find all the Boutari Wines from all over Greece. You can have a simple wine tasting experience at the bar or at the tables of the tasting area at any time between April – October (high season). There are also organised tours of the winery and the whole production that needs to be booked in advance. Boutari Winery is close to Megalochori, on your right hand as you go towards to Perissa/Perivolos from Fira. Boutari Winery is run by one of the most famous Greek Wine Producers and that speaks for itself. There is a very large variety of greek wines that you can try and not only from Santorini but from all over Greece. It’s definitely worth your visit!

8. Hatzidakis Winery

Hatzidakis Winery is again one of those wineries which is run by a passionate family under the legacy of the late Haridimos Hatzidakis. But with one slight diffrence: this wine is 100% organic! Haridimos Hatzidakis was the enthusiastic oenologist from Crete, who renovated this old Santorini cave in 1996 and made his wine one of the rarest and most famous wines of Santorini in less than 20 years ! The first bottles of this winery came out in 1999 and today Hadjidakis Wines are sold all over the world making even The Guardian to write epic articles like this . Unfortunately, Haridimos Hatzidakis suddenly passed away in 2017 but his widow and their daughters vowed to continue his work. Make no mistake…you won’t see fancy tourist tasting areas and stunning views. You will basically do the wine tasting possibly in the underground storage areas with some of the members of the family but the wine…will send you to heavens! The winery produces 2 main varieties of organic wines: Assyrtiko and Aidani but also a few reds such as Mavrotragano and Voudomato (all Cyclades varieties). Hatzidakis Winery is outside of Pyrgos village. Many people often say this is probably the best wine of Santorini and possibly one of the best greek wines ever made. I’ll leave that to you to judge…but don’t leave the winery if you don’t try (or buy) the amazing organic wine “Assyrtiko de Louros” . .. (you can thank me later)!

9. Artemis Karamolegos Winery

Wine making is one of the oldest crafts of human beings. Many things have changed in wine production all those thousands of years but there is certainly one thing that has remain constant: you don’t make good wine if you are not passionate about wine. That is certainly what drives wine producer Artemis Karamolegos and his family into making some of the most awarded Santorini wines since 1952. Artemis is now the 3rd generation of Santorini winemakers and he is the person behind the recent (2004) modernisation of this traditional Santorini winery. Artemis Karamolegos Winery is at the Exo Gonia village at a lovely location. The winery produces about 250.000 bottles of 10 different varieties of wines such as : Assyrtiko, Nykteri, Aidani, Vinsanto and Mavrotragano. The thing with this winery is that it’s not just a winery. You will definitely have the greek meze and nibbles for your wine tasting experience/tour but the real deal is that there is also an amazing restaurant in the winery called “Aroma Avlis” that opened in 2014! This is not a wine tasting area. This is a complete restaurant where you can experience amazing greek dishes with the best local produce along with the winery’s wines. “Aroma Avlis” Restaurant has an amazing garden and a lovely terrace with the most gorgeous views to the Monolithos beach (you can even see the island of Anafi there when the skies are clear!) . The Winery is open from February till November and the Wine Tasting Tour includes a visit to the winery facilities, greek nibbles and wine tasting of 4-6 of the labels of the winery. The visit costs about $10 and you will be guided by an oenologist. There is also a cute little shop where you can actually buy…(what else?) the winery’s amazing wines.

10. Canava Roussos Winery

Canava Roussos Winery is the oldest winery of Santorini and it was founded back in 1836. Today, it’s run by Yannis Roussos at an excellent location with a lovely terrace for wine tasting. However, your wine tasting experience won’t stop there because the lovely owners will guide you through the whole wine making process and share with you the secrets of the family’s traditions. At the lovely terrace you will get the opportunity to taste the Roussos wines and also some nibbles and greek meze that will accompany the wines in the best possible combinations. The winery produces a wide range of Santorinian wines such as: Athiri, Mavrathiro, Assyrtiko, Mantilaria, Vinsanto. Canava Roussos Winery is at Episkopi and it’s basically at your right hand when you go from Pyrgos to Kamari Beach. This is the oldest winery of Santorini and basically the one that started the whole thing of wine production on the island back in the 1800’s. You should try the amazing blended red Nama which was first bottled back in 1974.

11. Art Space Winery

This is possibly the most unique winery of Santorini because…it’s not just a winery! It’s an amazing contemporary art gallery located in an old “yposkafo” house of Argyros family. Back in the 90’s the whole place was renovated and redecorated to become not only an excellent winery but one of the most impressive Art galleries of Greece. Argyros family started wine production in this traditional “canava” (aka the old labyrinth-style Santorini houses back in 1861 and now it’s transformed to an amazing winery/art gallery. Make no mistake: this is a unique Art Gallery that has already been the house of more than 200 photo, painting and sculpture exhibitions of artists from all over the world. The Art Space Winery has been featured in Saatchi Galleries , at Los Angeles Times and even on The Guardian . During your visit you will get the opportunity to wander in the traditional cave house and take a glimpse of amazing contemporary art. Mr. Argyros (the owner) is a very passionate and knowledgable man and it will be him who will explain to you the different varieties of wines and also introduce you to the history of the Art Space and the artists that have been exhibited there. But this is not just a unique art gallery. It’s mainly a small production winery that also produces artisanal local wines with a lovely wine tasting area for you to taste them. There is also a small area called “The Museum” which is basically a small exhibition of old tools and machinery that were used in the winery back in the old days. Art Space Winery is at Ekso Gonia and very close to the previous wineries on your right hand as you go from Pyrgos to Kamari Beach. This is one of the most unique places on the island and one of the most amazing art galleries in Greece! You don’t get the opportunity to get a glimpse into amazing contemporary art while you taste artisanal greek wine, every day…

12. Gaia Winery

Gaia Winery is also one of the most well known wine labels in Greece with exports all over the world. Back in 1995 Gaia Wines introduced to the world their amazing Santorini wine called “Thalassitis” which is one of the most unique Santorini wines. Thalassitis is an amazing 100% Assyrtiko Santorini white wine that continues the unique series of Assyrtiko wines that can only be found in Santorini. Make no mistake: these are some of the most awarded and well known Santorini wines. Gaia Winery will give you the opportunity to taste these amazing wines literally sitting on a lovely patio on the beach, just a few meters away from the sea, close to Kamari beach. The friendly and very helpful stuff will guide you through the wine tasting experience and the whole experience is extremely calm and relaxing. Of course there is no shortage of greek mezze and nibbles here as well and you can even have a full meal by the beach. Back in 2010, 450 bottles of “Thalassitis” Assyrtiko of 2009 were literally submerged 18m under the sea somewhere at the Santorini unique blue sea waters. The idea behind that experiment was to see how these amazing white wines age when totally deprived of any oxygen up-take (a method that is also used in USA, Spain and Italy). Unfortunately, because of some terrible storms and bad weather only….3 bottles of those 450 original submerged bottles survived. One of them was opened and then…heaven!! It was one of the best aged Assyrtiko wines that has ever been produced, with such a unique and multidimensional taste that actually made Ioannis Paraskevopoulos and his team from Gaia Wines to repeat the experiment. They decided to plan and prepare the whole experiment and submerge a few bottles of the Thalassitis wine production every year under water (aged for 5 years) and sell those bottles at an auction every year. Gaia Winery is very close to the Santorini airport (don’t worry…planes won’t ruin your experience at all) and it is actually located at an old tomato processing factory. People say that this is possibly the best wine tasting area of the island and there is a very good reason for that. Not to mention the incredible Thalssitis Assyrtiko wine. One of the most unique and flavoursome white wines of the island. Don’t leave the winery without buying a few bottles. You will regret it… (or if you can afford it, try the submerged Thalassitis!)

14. Vassaltis Winery

Vassaltis winery is the newest addition to Santorini’s winery map as it literally opened in May 2016 by Yannis Valambous after he inherited the vineyards from his late father in the middle of the greek financial crisis. Hands down this is one of the most impressive buildings of Santorini featuring one of the most elegant and modern wine tasting areas and terraces. Vassaltis Winery is modern greek architecture at its best. The people at Vassaltis winery will guide you through the wine making process while you will get the opportunity to wander in the amazing building and wine making facilities. There is no shortage of greek mezze and nibbles during the wine tasting experience with the freshly produced Vassaltis Assyrtiko or Aidani. The friendly and knowledgeable guys as well as the owner Yannis Valambous of Vassaltis Winery will make this a really memorable experience (Yannis himself has an excellent story to tell, on how he got the idea to start the winery). Vassaltis Winery is at your right hand going from Fira to Vourvoulos. It’s actually after Vourvoulos going towards Koloumbos beach. This is the newest Santorini Winery. People say it’s the next big thing on the Santoriny wineriy map and there are many reasons to say that: friendly owners, knowledgeable stuff, unique architecture, awesome wine and a very extrovert concept. This is a real Santorini new gem and you’ll be making a huge mistake if you don’t visit it.

15. Santorini Brewing Company

Ok…this is not technically a winery but it deserves to be here (along with the next one). It is one of the two artisan breweries of Santorini, that makes the famous Crazy Donkey beer which has recently became a sensation in social media when people started posting amazing pictures of the unique beer bottle in awesome Santorini locations. This little brewery does not offer fancy terraces or colorful platters but seriously…there is nothing wrong with amazing craft local beer that is produced in small quantities at a unique location. The story of this little independent artisan brewery sounds like a cheesy joke as it was literally opened by a Greek oenologist, a Serbian brewer, an English brewing enthusiast and an American who decided to start their own business in the middle of the greek financial crisis a few years ago. The experiment can be now considered 100% successful and the Donkey Beer has traveled all over the world. The brewing process is relatively simple with hops from all over the world (such as New Zealand, Slovenia or Oregon) and the residual spent grain benefits local vineyards as nutritious compost! The brewery produces only 3 labels of beers, including the only greek India Pale Ale (IPA): Yellow Donkey, Red Donkey and the…Crazy Donkey. These are all unfiltered beers with a surprisingly fresh taste and a vivid personality. But what are they ? The owners are calling their beers as “ Lagered Ales ” …! There is also a very cool little souvenir shop where you can buy Crazy Donkey merchandise and you don’t have to pay anything as the entrance is free. Santorini Brewing Company is on your right hand as you go to Kamari Beach and it’s pretty close to some of the famous wineries on this list . There has been a worldwide sensation with artisan breweries all over the world the last years and if you want to try a really unique craft beer you can’t miss this one out.

16. Volkan Brewery & Volkan Cafe on the Rocks

Volkan is the second boutique brewery that opened in Santorini back in 2011 and it has changed the craft beer in Greece forever. This beer is produced with one of the most unique techniques and local ingredients giving it a colorful and sensational taste and flavour that you won’t find elsewhere. You cannot actually visit the Volkan brewery but you can visit their amazing restaurant/cafe/bar at Fira, which is called Volkan Cafe on the Rocks and it is at a very quiet and not-touristy location at the edge of Fira with an amazing terrace overlooking the volcano and the caldera. You can have a complete lunch/dinner while trying the selection of craft Volkan Beers at the lovely cafe. Volkan Brewery produces 4 different beers: Santorini Blonde, Santorini Black, Santorini Grey and Santorini White. They all bring together flavours from the lava filtered mineral water, local Santorini honey and the citrus leaves from Naxos. What a combination! Volkan On The Rocks Cafe/Restaurant is at Fira, offering you an amazing overview of the caldera and the volcano. Volkan Beer is one of the most unique beers in the world, made completely out of greek products that you won’t find elsewhere. Volkan Cafe is also a little gem with amazing views where you can even have a frappe or…a freddo cappuccino!

What are the Best Santorini Wine Tours ?

All the above are wineries and breweries that you can literally visit by yourself. In most of the cases it won’t hurt to contact the winery or the brewery to check if they are open (especially between the months of November-April) as they are mostly offering the tours and the wine tasting experience during the high season (between April-October). You can easily find the wineries by locating them on Google Maps. However, there are many organised Wine Tours in Santorini that will basically drive you with a mini-bus to a few of the above wineries and let you experience the wine tasting as a complete package during a single day (or half day) tour.

Here are the Best Wine Tours in Santorini :

http://www.santoriniwinetour.com/

http://www.safowi.com/

http://www.winetoursantorini.com/

http://santorini-privatetour.com/santorini-wine-tours/

http://santoriniwinetrails.gr/

Some of them even offer online booking so you can tailor your tour as you wish.

CONCLUSION:

One thing is for sure: santorini’s wines and a visit to the amazing wineries is one of the best things you can do in santorini . you won’t regret it… picturesque terraces, unique wines, friendly winemakers with hundreds of years of wine production on their backs, yummy local greek food, a wine museum and the amazing santorini landscape will make your santorini wine-tasting experience one of the best you’ll ever have in your life. leave your smartphone behind, forget the selfies, forget that amazing instagram shot and indulge yourself in the moment… (plus, you can always order or buy a few bottles of santorini wine (or more…) to bring back home :)), (γειά μας = cheers in greek).

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View over a winery tasting patio to the Santorini Caldera at sunset

The view of the Santorini caldera from Venetsanos winery on the Sunset Wine Tasting Tour .

Magnificent Santorini entices over two million tourists annually to marvel at its astonishing geography, with sheer rocky cliffs soaring high above its gorgeous blue-purple caldera in the Aegean Sea. The caldera is the result of a massive volcanic eruption in 1600 BC that covered the island in volcanic debris; to this day, Santorini’s soil is made up of of volcanic ash, sand, and pumice stone. The combination of the island’s volcanic soil, intense sun, and extreme wind produces grape varieties that are very distinctive. Grapevines on Santorini are also uniquely cultivated in accordance with an age-old pruning system, which protects the grapes and helps them to flourish amid the island’s severe conditions. Santorini is home to some of the oldest vineyards in the world, containing ancient indigenous vines. Wine tasting at Sigalas Winery near Oia. Over the last decade, Santorini’s wines have gained worldwide recognition, and their superior quality is now undeniable. Santorini is ranked Greece’s #1 wine destination and is sometimes called “the wine island,” boasting twenty wineries and counting. Santorini Wine Tours – My Advice Highly recommended: A Santorini wine tour that visits multiple wineries. Pictured: Gavalas Winery . Many Santorini wineries offer tours and tastings, but if you want to visit multiple wineries, book a wine tour. While it’s possible to visit wineries on your own, a tour makes getting from one to the next much quicker and easier. (Most wineries are small and hard to find if you don’t know the island well, and most tours include hotel pick up and drop off.) Plus, drinking and driving is very uncool. Wine tours are incredibly popular on Santorini and they fill up quickly – so book early. Santorini boat tours don’t sell out as early as wine tours do, so book your wine tour first. Most wine tours run from March to November. Best Santorini Winery Tours: Santorini Small Group Wine Tour • Santorini Private Wine Tour Best Wine Tours with Sunset: Santorini Wine Tasting • Santorini Sunset Wine Tour The Santorini wineries with the best caldera views are Santo and Venetsanos . Most wine tours will visit one or both of them.

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People taste wines at a table next to a picturesque caldera cliff

Most Santorini wine tours visit one of the two wineries with sweeping Caldera views – Santo and Venetsanos. This is Santo Wines outside of Pyrgos.

The Best Wine Tours in Santorini 1. Small Group Santorini Wine Tour A great small-group tour that visits three traditional wineries and vineyards scattered around Santorini. Hotel pick up and drop off makes it all super easy. Will usually visit Santo Winery or Venetsanos (both with great caldera views – Santo is pictured above) or Gavalas (my favorite) and 2 others. Starts at 3:30pm and lasts a little over four hours. 2. Santorini Private Wine Tour This is a private wine tour for serious wine lovers. The intimacy and attention to detail are definitely worth the splurge, but maybe not for everyone. Most people do the tour as a couple, but it can accommodate a group of up to 6. Starts at 10am or 4pm, with the evening tour enjoying a sunset view from either Santo or Venetsanos Winery. 3. Santorini Sunset Wine Tasting A wonderful small group tour in the early evening; visit 3 wineries and have 12 tastings. Starts at 4pm and usually finishes at Venetsanos Winery (pictured above) for fantastic caldera views at sunset. Fully Booked Wine Tours It’s common for the above tours to sell out in June, July, August, and September. If so, these tours are also excellent: • Half-Day Wine Adventure Tour • Santorini Sunset Wine Tour

The Best Santorini Wineries Most of the island’s wineries are located in the center of the island, south of Fira, between the ferry port and the airport. Of the twenty wineries on the island, fifteen are open to the public for tours and wine tasting. 1. Gavalas Winery – Megalochori My favorite winery on Santorini. Small, friendly, intimate, and family-run for five generations. Their flagship wine is their Santorini Assyrtiko in its famous blue bottle – a high-quality classic. This wine is one of the few white wines that contains tannins. Gavalas has also made efforts to focus on several rare grape varieties, such as Katsano and Gaidouria. Their Gavalas Katsano is produced in small amounts and is a blend of these two grapes exhibiting floral and herbal aromas combined with honey and lime flavors. There is no restaurant onsite, but there is a good taverna nearby. Gavalas can be somewhat hard to find if you’re driving on your own. 2. Venetsanos Winery – Megalochori One of the most well-known and oldest wineries on the island, with spectacular views of the caldera, volcanic cliffs, and Santorini’s famous sunset. This winery was built in 1947, closed in 1974, and reopened in 2014 after renovating and modernizing its wine-making equipment. Venetsanos has recently introduced an Assyrtiko-Aidani Orange wine with apricot, peach, grapefruit, apple, and pear aromas. Its cliffside location means that it is somewhat exposed to the winds, and the outdoor terrace may be closed if it’s an especially windy day. Of the two caldera view wineries, Venetsanos offers similar views as Santo but is a bit smaller, with a little more charm. 3. Domaine Sigalas – Oia A small, scenic winery in Baxedes near Oia, a 10-minute walk from a bus stop on the Fira-Oia bus route. Sigalas offers award-winning wines and good views of the sunset year-round. The founder, Paris Sigalas, has operated the winery since the early 1990s. Their 40 hectacres of vineyards produce 200,000 bottles a year. They are open for small tours, wine tastings, and the option to pair any of their wines with excellent food. Tastings are held both in their tasting room indoors and outside on their beautiful patio overlooking their vineyards. 4. Santo Wines – Pyrgos Large and modern winery with amazing caldera views. They are the largest wine producer in the Cyclades island group, and one of the most well-known wineries on the island, producing 50% of Santorini’s total wine production. They maintain a privately owned organic vineyard and feature four organic wines: 100% Assyrtiko, 100% Athiri, 100% Aidani, and 100% Mavrotragano. They also produce Santorini’s only sparkling white Assyrtiko wine. Santo has an onsite wine tourism center open all year round, and offers the most comprehensive tours of any one winery. Their sun-drenched restaurant and patio are ideal spots to watch the sunset. It can be a busy place in the peak summer season, but their seating area is expansive and there is a huge onsite parking lot. (Santo is a popular stop on many wine tours.) Santo Wines is a cooperative that was founded in 1911. In addition to their wide selection of wines, they also maintain a large shop selling Santorini tomatoes, fava, capers, caper leaves, and sweet preserves. 5. Art Space Winery – Exo Gonia This small and unique winery is a spellbinding blend of modern winery, art gallery, and museum within a centuries-old wine cave. The owner guides you around the property and explains its history with a thick Greek accent. Very cool. Art Space’s main varieties are: Assyrtiko, Aidani, and Mavrotragano. Although Art Space is not certified organic, organic grapes are used to make their wines. Santori Winery Overview Our videographer discusses Santorini wine and wineries with Master of Wine Yiannis Karakasis in Athens. (He literally wrote the book on the topic.)

Map showing the locations of all wineries on Santorini, and providing information about the top ones to visit

More Great Santorini Wineries Anhydrous – Fira This winery’s restaurant and tasting room are located a short 10-minute walk from the main square in Fira. Anhydrous Winery derives its name from “Anydros,” which means waterless in ancient Greek, as the vineyards are hydrated only by the island’s sea mist. Cement egg-shaped tanks are used to age their Anhydrous Icon wine (one of their five varieties of wine). These cement tanks help to keep the temperature more evenly regulated. Their Anhydrous Restaurant is beautiful and features an open-air patio with lots of shade. Cooking lessons are also available. An onsite spa offers both face and body treatments using their exclusive cosmetics made from grapes. Their cosmetics are available for purchase at the winery. Argyros Estate – Episkopi Gonia Beautiful and modern winery that is the largest single-owner vineyard on the island. Voted in the top 50 of the world’s best vineyards and wine destinations. Argyros is considered to have one of Santorini’s best Vinsanto wines (sweet wine); their Monsignori vineyard has two hundred-year-old vines from when their ancestors made Vinsanto for the church. The winery does follow some organic practices, and their use of herbicides is low, though they are not a certified organic grower. Artemis Karamolegos – Exo Gonia A charming modern winery that’s been a family-run operation for three generations. Their vines grow in six villages on Santorini, providing a wide selection of the best terroirs on the island. Their red grape Mavrotragano is one of their newest plantings and is wire-trained (not the traditional kouloura basket-trained vines) to allow more sunlight to reach the branches. Prior to their cultivation, Mavrotragano was near extinction on Santorini. Their restaurant, Aroma Avlis, features fresh seafood and vegetarian options. Boutari – Megalochori A beautiful dome winery that was built in 1989. Boutari is one of the most awarded and historical wine producers in Greece. The winery is small, focusing on Assyrtiko, Athiri, and Aidani grapes. Their onsite indoor restaurant serves traditional local food such as fava, tomato fritters, and traditional pork sausage. Boutari Winery is not open on Sundays. Canava Chrissou & Tselepos – Pyrgos The newest winery on Santorini; at the time of this writing, the winery is not open to the public for tours or tastings. This winery produces three white varieties, and eighty percent of its total production is exported to the USA, Canada, and China. Canava Roussos – Episkopi Gonia Traditional and charming, this is the island’s oldest winery, having been founded in 1836. It has been a family-run operation for over six generations. Aged Nykteri wine and Vinsanto wine are their specialty. Their outdoor theater hosts musical performances and concerts. Gaia – Perivolia Gaia Winery is beachside on Santorini’s east coast, with a rustic wine-tasting patio directly on the water. Their wine collection features an exceptional offering and a novel approach to wine aging. Their Assyrtiko variety wine named Gaia Thalassitis Submerged is bottled and then aged underwater in an environment that is entirely free of oxygen and light. Every year, roughly 500 bottles are put in a crate and then submerged 20 meters underwater off the east coast of Santorini for four years. The results have been very successful. The wine is vibrant, takes on a smoky aroma, and has a rounder quality. Additionally, the wine bottle is very distinctive – complete with barnacles attached. Not surprisingly, Gaia Thalassitis Submerged is their most expensive wine. Gaia Wines’ total yearly production is 120,000 bottles. Their wine Gaia Thalassitis (the non-submerged variety) is a classic expression of Santorini Assyrtiko. The winery has no restaurant, but meat and cheese platters are available. Hatzidakis – Pyrgos The only certified organic wine producer on the island of Santorini, the winery is located down a narrow and windy road, overlooking its expansive vineyard near the village of Pyrgos. Hatzidakis Winery’s philosophy from vine to wine is simplicity with limited intervention. The new winery mimics a traditional canava (an underground cave winery); its reception area, tasting room, and wine tours are all inside of caves, built into the side of a hill. The caves have very tall ceilings, which sets the stage for some interesting acoustics and where sounds tend to echo. Note: The cave’s ambient temperature is also noticeably cooler, being underground, so bring a sweater. Koutsoyannopoulos Winery and Museum – Vothonas This modern winery sits atop its wine museum. The museum, presenting the history of Greek wine and the life of Santorininan vine-growerssince the 1600s, is set in an atmospheric 300-meter-long cave and tunnnel complex, 8 meters underground. It is an excellent place to learn more about the island’s wine-making processes, and also an excellent choice to visit if children are joining. There is no restaurant onsite. Vassaltis – Vourvoulos An ultra-modern winery that opened in 2016 and offers tours around its vineyard, production area, and in their cellar where the tastings take place. They also offer four lunch and dinner menu options (pre-booking required), including pairing menus. The winery specializes in producing wines made from the Assyrtiko, Athiri, Aidani, Mantilaria, and Mavrotragano grapes. Mikra Thira – Thirassia The first and only winery located on Thirassia, a tiny island 11 km west of Santorini – with a population of approximately 300. Accessible via a scenic ten-minute ferry ride from Oia, this modern winery has a bright tasting room and sunny patio with views of Folegandros, Ios, and Sikinos. Mikra Thira currently produces three dry white wines, all designated as PDO Santorini. Wine tours and tastings are available by appointment. How to Get to Thirassia: There is a small foot-passenger ferry that runs three to four times a day in the summer and takes about 10 minutes. The ferry departs from the Ammoudi port in Oia to Riva port on the island of Thirassia. Private water taxis are also available for hire.

Wineries and vineyards are scattered all around the Santorini landscape.

Getting To Santorini Wineries Santorini buses from Fira to Akrotiri or Perissa will stop a short walk from Santo Winery , Venetsanos , Gavalas , and Boutari . (If coming from Oia, Imerovigli, or another village you’ll need to bus to Fira and then switch buses.) Buses from Fira to Kamari will stop a short walk from the Koutsoyannopoulos Wine Museum , Artemis Karamolegos Winery , Canava Roussos , Argyros Winery , and Art Space Winery . (If coming from Oia, Imerovigli, or another village you’ll need to bus to Fira and then switch buses.) Buses from Fira to Oia will stop a moderate walk from Vassaltis Vineyards and Domaine Sigalas Winery . Getting a Santorini taxi to and from wineries is possible, but in practice, a pretty big hassle. Best Restaurant for Santorini Wines Oia Vineyart is a hidden gem, tucked away in an old captain’s house in Oia’s quieter back streets, and the only restaurant/wine bar in Santorini offering wine from every winery on the island. The food – elevated gastronomy, locally sourced – is excellent; wines can be ordered by the glass, bottle, or in tasting flights (€35 for 6 different wines). They also maintain a deli shop selling local cheeses, cured meats and fish, and produce; perfect for a self-catered picnic or light meal. A worthwhile stop for anyone passionate (or simply curious) about Santorini’s local food and wines.

Santorini Wines

Barrels of Santorini’s famed Vinsanto wine at Hatzidakis Winery .

Santorini has plenty of quality options for wine lovers. The three most celebrated wines produced on the island are the crisp white Assyrtiko , the sweeter dessert wine Vinsanto , and the traditional white Nykteri . These wines use the Assyrtiko grape, which is indigenous to Santorini. Assyrtiko Assyrtiko (pronounced a-SEER-tee-ko) is considered the finest white wine in Greece, and Santorini’s Assyrtiko is the island’s best and most prolific wine. It’s also the most famous Greek white wine worldwide, and its fame is due to Santorini’s remarkable quality. Assyrtiko is a crisp, light, dry white with a hint of citrus fruits (lemon, lime, or grapefruit) and is slightly bitter. It has a definite saltiness and mineral taste. Assyrtiko is similar to a Sauvignon Blanc.

Vinsanto Vinsanto is a dessert wine and Santorini’s oldest wine. Vinsanto is highly regarded and is extremely sweet with a dense taste and smells more like red wine, even though it’s made with the prominent white grape variety. Vinsanto has a thick, syrupy consistency and a golden color; if allowed to age, it can turn an amber color. Vinsanto is made from late-harvest white grapes that have been dried in the sun for ten days (an ancient technique dating back to 700 BC) and then aged in oak for two or more years. This production method is complex and produces very small yields. Sometimes the wines are aged for decades, and it has the potential to age for a century. The longer the wine has aged, the more bold the flavor. Old vintages are extremely rare and expensive. Vinsanto must always contain at least 51% Assyrtiko grapes and is commonly blended with Aidiani and/or Athiri grapes. Only a handful of wineries on the island of Santorini produce Vinsanto. Although they are both sweet dessert wines, Santorini’s Vinsanto (“wine from Santorini”) is unrelated to the Italian Vin Santo (“holy wine”). They are produced using different grapes and methods. Nykteri Nykteri (pronounced nith-terry) is the most unique dry white from Santorini. The wine is made from overripe grapes and then barrel-aged for at least three months. The grapes were traditionally harvested at night, hence the name Nykteri, derived from the Greek term “harvested at night.” Today, there is no requirement for the grapes to be harvested at night. There are various styles of Nykteri wine, ranging from a discreetly oaked flavor to a more full-bodied style with flavors of nuts and honey. Santorini Grape Varieties

Bins of grapes, just picked during harvest.

There are approximately 40 local grape varieties currently grown on Santorini, although not all are cultivated. Over a hundred years ago, there was much more diversity, and the island’s winemakers cultivated close to 60 different grape varieties. In recent years, producers have focused primarily on the top five varieties: Assyrtiko (white) Mandilaria (red) Aidani (white) Athiri (white) Mavrotragano (red) The top grape, by a long stretch, is the white grape Assyrtiko , whose plantings account for 75-80 percent of Santorini’s vineyards. The next most common is the red grape Mandilaria , which accounts for about 10 percent and is typically blended with Mavrotragano . Aidani and Athiri , both whites, make up the remaining 5-10 percent; apart from a selection of rare grape varieties like Platani , Katsano , and Gaidouria . Santorini White Grapes Assyrtiko Assyrtiko (pronounced a-SEER-tee-ko) is a white Greek grape, grown all over the country and indigenous to the island of Santorini. Assyrtiko grapes have transparent yellow-gold skin, are highly acidic with fruity flavors, and produce a high alcohol content wine. Assyrtiko vines are mostly disease-resistant and do well in drought conditions. Its bark is exceptionally hard, which helps protect it from the extreme summer winds. Some vineyards in Santorini have 70-80 year old Assyrtiko vines that produce sparingly. Although the grape yields from these vines tend to be low, they are some of the highest-quality grapes grown on the island. Aidani Aidani (pronounced eye-AH-nee) is an ancient white Greek grape variety found mainly on the islands of Santorini and Rhodes. Aidani is lower in sugar and acidity than Assyrtiko, with more floral aromas. Aidani is seldom used on its own and is often mixed with grapes having a high alcoholic content and acidity, such as Assyrtiko or Athiri, which helps to tame the boldness of these grapes and produces a smoother, softer wine when fermented. Although Aidani is a robust, drought-resistant variety of grape with thick skin, it’s more demanding to grow. Aidani grapes ripen at different times, so the grape harvesters have to pick some grapes first, then pass through the vineyard a second time to collect the remaining grapes. Additionally, Aidani ripens late, so it must be harvested last – which is not easy when it’s planted alongside other types. Athiri Athiri (pronounced ah-THEE-ree) is grown exclusively in Greece, and is known for its fruity flavors with hints of citrus like lemon, grapefruit, and nectarines. It is primarily used for blending with the dominant Assyrtiko. Athiri’s acidity is much lower than Assyrtiko, and the grapes are thin-skinned, with a golden-green appearance. Athiri grapes are generally easy to grow and therefore produce high yields. Santorini Red Grapes Mandilaria is the most widely planted red grape variety on Santorini. While Mavrotragano is an ‘exotic’ grape variety that’s making a comeback after it was near extinction on Santorini around 2008. Mandilaria Mandilaria (pronounced Man-dee-LAR-ya) is a black-skinned red grape, also known as Amorghiano (on Rhodes), and the most widely planted red grape variety on Santorini – though growers tend to produce small yields. Mandilaria grapes have very thick skins full of tannins, which account for the most intense colorations in Greek wine, and are high in antioxidants. Wines from this variety have a low alcohol content, however, and typically lack intense flavor and aroma, so Mandilaria is frequently used in blends. Mavrotragano Mavrotragano (pronounced Ma-vro-TRA-ga-no) means “black and crunchy” in Greek. Producing a small fruit with high sugar levels, Mavrotragano grapes produce spicy, deeply colored, full-bodied red wines that are similar to a Syrah. Most producers on the island feature a 100% dry Mavrotragano, although in very small quantities. Mavrotragano was traditionally used to make sweet wines, but came close to extinction on Santorini a couple of decades back. In the 1970s, most of the island’s Mavrotragano plantings were replaced with Assyrtiko, the dominant and more lucrative variety. Since its low point around 2008, however, this little grape has been making a comeback, returning in very limited plantings cultivated by a few of Santorini’s most dedicated growers. For this reason, Mavrotragano is considered ‘exotic’ — a rare variety covering only one percent of the total plantings on Santorini. Excessive alcohol levels in this variety can be problematic if winemakers are not careful. Another challenge with this grape is that fully ripe bunches often include underripe green berries. Winemakers in Santorini continue to experiment with growing techniques to maximize this grape’s potential in wines and wine blends. Rare Varieties Once upon a time, the island’s vineyards grew over sixty varieties, however most of these varieties are no longer grown. Platani , Katsano , and Gaidouria grapes continue to be cultivated in very small amounts, and a few wineries are producing some unique blends using these fruits. Wines made with Katsano and Gaidouria do not have the pronounced acidity of Assyrtiko, but retain the salty mineral taste.

The Small Group Santorini Wine Tour visits multiple wineries, including Venetsanos – one of my favorites.

Santorini Grape Growing Conditions

Grapevines grow low, trained in baskey-shapes, in front of a rocky mountain

Grapevines at the Argyros Estate vineyards in Episkopi Gonia.

Soil Santorini’s soil, formed from the island’s major volcanic eruption in 1653 BC, is a mix of volcanic rock, ash, sand, pumice, and lava fragments, known locally as “aspa.” This composition makes the soil acidic with a low pH, influencing the mineral taste of the local wines. The soil, light and crumbly, retains little moisture and is not suitable for tilling. Its appearance resembles a blend of sand and lunar pebbles in red, black, or white. Vine roots here can extend up to 20 meters deep, seeking nutrients from the volcanic ash embedded deep in the soil. Intense Sun & Wind Summer in the Cyclades, including Santorini, is typically very sunny with very few cloudy days. The region experiences strong northern Meltemi winds from May to September, which can challenge wine production by risking grape damage. However, these tough conditions are also thought to enhance grape quality, producing better juice and superior wines. Rain & Sea Mist Santorini experiences minimal rainfall from April to September, with almost none in summer. Grape vines are irrigated only in their first one or two years; thereafter, they rely on moisture from the volcanic soil. At night, sea mist from the caldera blankets the island, supplying essential moisture to the vineyards. The island’s unique, porous, pumice-rich soil effectively absorbs and then gradually releases this moisture to the vines, providing an optimal amount of water for the grape crops.

What is Terrior? The vineyard at Hatzidakis Winery in Pyrgos. Terroir (pronounced teh-waar), derived from the Latin terra meaning soil or land, refers to the natural environment of a vineyard, including soil, climate, rainfall, and terrain. It’s the concept that the specific location where wine grapes are grown imparts a unique flavor to the wine, creating a distinct “personality” that cannot be replicated elsewhere, even with the same grape variety and winemaking methods. Essentially, terroir embodies the “taste of a place.” While primarily associated with wine, terroir also applies to other soil-grown foods like olives, tomatoes, and hops, where the growth region contributes to their distinctiveness.

Santorini’s Unique Growing Style

Grape vines trained to grow in a circle, close to the ground.

The traditional kouloura-trained grapevine on Santorini resembles a living basket. This vine is at Argyros Estate winery .

In Santorini, vines are grown low to the ground and are not supported by wire trellising, as is common in most vineyards throughout the world. In order to provide necessary protection from the island’s harsh conditions, local growers have adopted special training systems for the vines: Kouloura (Basket) Method The most common method, where grape-bearing branches are carefully woven by hand into a circular, wreath-like shape. This living ‘basket’ shelters the grapes from strong winds, intense sun, and dry climate, while also trapping humidity. Typically, trapping the humidity is generally not a good wine-making practice, but it is beneficial in Santorini’s extremely arid environment. Kladeftiko (Small Ring) Method In this method, vines are shaped like goblets with pruned branches forming a spur at a lower point and longer canes trained into a circle higher up. In spring, the ring will grow shoots and bear fruit, parallel to the trunk. This age-old practice creates a taller trunk which facilitates better aeration, as the grapes are off the ground, unlike in the kouloura method. However, they are also more exposed, which makes this method suitable only in wind-protected areas. Additionally, terraced landscaping and traditional Greek dry-stone walls are used to enhance cultivation and reduce water loss. Harvesting In Santorini, grape harvesting is time-consuming and labor-intensive; mainly done while crouching, as the vines are low to the ground. Vines are widely spaced in the vineyard to optimize the absorption of scarce nutrients. Harvesting is always manual or assisted by donkeys, with no machinery involved. Santorini grape harvest. Wine Classifications – PDO and PGI

PDO stands for Protected Designation of Origin. Greece has more than 100 products that have been registered as PDO, including wine, cheese, olive oil, honey, and more. When a wine is labeled as “PDO,” this indicates that the wine comes from a specific area, is produced from designated varieties, and is made using that location’s traditional wine-making techniques. The PDO Santorini classification guarantees the wine will be made using at least 85% Assyrtiko grapes, with the remaining percentage made up of Aidani and/or Athiri grapes, all grown in the PDO zone of Santorini. All stages of the wine production must take place within the Santorini zone, including grape cultivation, fermentation, and bottling and labeling. The designated PDO Santorini zone consists of Santorini (Thira) and its closest neighboring island, Thirassia. PGI stands for Protected Geographical Indication. When a wine is labeled as “PGI,” this indicates that at least 80% of its grapes have been grown in that particular zone. The rules regarding production are much more relaxed than the PDO designation, and only one stage of the overall production must take place within the specified zone. The PGI Cyclades Islands zone includes all of the Cycladic islands located in the Aegean Sea. Grapes used to produce PGI Cyclades Islands wines must be planted at altitudes exceeding 30 meters. Most wine made in the Cyclades Islands PGI zone comes from either Santorini or Paros. Santorini Hotels for Wine Lovers

The wine cellar at Akra Suites in Imerovigli.

Hotels of Note Akra Suites (Imerovigli): Charming wine cellar for tastings. Anatoli Hotel (Fira): Set in former winery and distillery. Angel Luxury Suites (Fira): Attached to a popular wine bar. Atrina Canava 1894 (Oia): Set in a former wine cave. Canaves Ena (Oia): Wine tastings offered on site. Charisma Suites (Oia): Offers a sunset champagne event every night, free for guests. Heliotopos (Imerovigli): Popular wine bar for sunset viewing. Katikies Garden (Fira): Their centuries-old canava formerly used to store the pope’s wine, 3 wine cellars currently on site. Katikies Kirini (Oia): Offers daily sunset wine tastings. Kapari Natural Resort (Imerovigli): Wine-themed restaurant on site. Nous (Mesariá): Offers wine from every winery on the island. Perivolas (Oia): Hotel restaurant is in an old wine canava. The Vasilicos (Imerovigli): Same owners as Vassaltis Vineyards; wine tastings, pairings, & tours offered. Vedema (Megalochori): Located in the heart of the wine country, offers tastings in their cellar. Santorini Wine History

Diorama showing historic grape growing methods on Santorini

The underground cave museum at Koutsoyannopoulos Winery is full of artifacts, photographs, and dioramas that illustrate the history of viticulture on the island of Santorini.

The iconic and picturesque caldera of Santorini was formed following a massive volcanic eruption around 1600 BC. The eruption left the island, engulfed in volcanic debris, lifeless and barren for three centuries until settlers arrived around 1300 BC. These settlers introduced vine cultivation in the volcanic soil. From 500 AD to 1500 AD, Santorini’s sweet wines, traded as “vin Santo” (wine from Santorini), gained popularity, leading to the contemporary name “Vinsanto” for these wines. During this era, the island’s dry Assyrtiko wines were far less favored than the celebrated Vinsanto. In the late 1800s, phylloxera (pronounced fi-lok-SUH-ruh), a tiny aphid that is devastating to vine roots, ravaged vineyards across Europe, including in Greece – but spared Santorini due to its unique volcanic and sandy soil, which lacks the clay necessary for the pest’s proliferation. As a result, Santorini’s vineyards, some centuries old, have maintained their natural root systems. Some of the island’s vines are believed to be over three hundred years old. In the late 19th Century, European wine crops were decimated by phylloxera insects. Santorinian vineyards were immune to this blight, however, as the tiny pest cannot survive in the island’s volcanic soil. While phylloxera was controlled in Europe by early 1900s, Greece’s wine industry suffered due to World Wars, leading to a total collapse of commercial wine production in the Cyclades. Santorini’s vineyards essentially became dormant. However, by the early 1950s, grape vines were flourishing all over Santorini, with over 4,000 hectares used for this purpose. Since the heyday of the 1950’s, however, Santorini’s vineyards have steadily dwindled; dropping to about 2,000 hectares in 1980, and then to merely 1,100 in 2023. This reduction is attributed to tourism-driven development, the challenge of finding vineyard labor due to high living costs, and the profitability of selling land to developers. Since the 1950’s, Santorini’s tradition of wine production has been threatened by modern day tourism. By the late 1980s, there were only six wineries on Santorini: Santo, Venetsanos, Koutsoyannopoulos, Canava Roussos, Boutari, and Markezinis — which no longer exists as a winery, having since been converted to cave-style accommodations. Since the turn of the century, however, Santorini’s wine industry has seen remarkable growth, with the development of new wineries and the modernization of some traditional canaves or underground wineries. Over the last forty years, the island’s total number of wineries has grown by over 200%. As of 2023, Santorini hosts twenty wineries, which is encouraging growth amid concerns that mass tourism might threaten the wine industry’s future. Books on Santorini Wine & Wineries The Wines of Santorini by Yiannis Karakasis is a joy to read and wonderfully informative about every last detail regarding Santorini wines. It’s a little tricky to find but if you get the chance do grab a copy. More recommended books on wine and viticulture Volcanoes and Wine: From Pompeii to Napa , by Charles Frankel The World Atlas of Wine , by Jancis Robinson Wine Folly: The Master Guide , by by Madeline Puckette & Justin Hammack Read More Where to Stay in Santorini Best Hotels in Santorini Best Things to Do in Santorini Santorini Museums Best Santorini Boat Tours

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Thanks for all the great information. Can we get from Santo Winery to our cruise ship if we leave Santo at sunset? The itinerary says 10:00 pm for the cruise ship to leave. Thanks!

The time of sunset varies by time of year. I trust you’ve looked this up. So, by what time should you leave Santo Wines? If you were getting in a taxi to head back to Fira at 8:00pm I think you’d make your cruise’s departure. But there are many variables. How long does it take to get a taxi to arrive at Santo? How long is the line at the cable car? Personally, I would visit Santo through the day and then return to Fira and watch the sunset from one of the bars just a short walk from the cable car. I hope that helps.

If we want to do our own tour of the wineries, like Santos, Venetsanos and Boutari, how would be the easiest way to get there and visit all 3. Will we need to use taxi or is there buses? Thanks

There are bus stops pretty close to all 3 of these wineries. So getting to any one of them and then returning from any one of them is fairly easy. However, getting between them is much more of a hassle. And calling for a taxi can be a long wait, if they come at all. If you wanted to visit more than one winery it’s best to do a tour or to hire a driver for the day.

Wonderful website with tons of great info! Thank you!

Just returned from Santorini and loved the visit at Estate Argyros. Wines and hospitality were both top notch! From there it was an easy drive over to Metaxy Mas for lunch. I think the whites at Argyros are among the best on the Santorini.

John Osgood

Thanks John. Glad it was helpful.

Sadly, all wine tours are sold out for our visit in 3 weeks. We have decided to spend our time doing a boat tour, hike, and Akrotiri but would like to visit at least one winery. Which would you choose for a quick one-hour stop: Venetsanos or Santo Winery. Thanks.

Both have great views but Venetsanos has a little more charm. Santo has a better (larger) wine shop – if you’re looking to take some wine home (or get it shipped).

Your site is helpful. Are there any wine tours in the off season? We are visiting in February and can’t find any availability. Thanks.

There are combo sightseeing and wine tours ( like this one ) available in February.

My problem: No availability left for Wine Tours.

Hi Dave, Love your website and has been super helpful planning my trip. I just booked a solo trip to Greece and will be staying in Fira for 2 and half days. I would love to do a wine tour but it appears that everything is either totally booked up already or requires multiple people to take part. Are there any wine tours that allow solo travelers that are still available to book and if I wanted to plan a DIY tour what would your recommendation be? (Time of day, vineyards to see, walking or renting a driver for a few hours). Lastly if I were to do a DIY tour stopping at 3 vineyards for tasting what would that estimated cost be? Thanks!!

Yes, wine tours get fully booked earlier and earlier every year.

For a DIY wine tour I’d start at Venetsanos Winery (buses go nearby on their way to Akrotiri or Perissa). Then walk to Gavalas Winery in Megalochori. It’s less than a 15 minute walk and it’s a little tricky because of the lack of sidewalks but still pretty easy and doable. If that sounds unappealing you could call a taxi but you might be waiting a while. Those are two of my favorite wineries in Santorini. If you needed a third keep walking (sort of south and west) to Boutari about another 10 minutes south of Gavalas. Then bus back to Fira. As for costs it’s very hard to say as each winery offers a wide range of tastings.

Thanks for all the information on wine tours! Regarding to answer on a DIY tour, I wanted to follow-up to your answer to a previous poster. We’ll be staying in Megalachori, and are interested in doing our own mini-tour starting at Gavalas, and then walking to either Venetsanos or Boutari (which both seem to be semi-close?). Which would you recommend, and about how far is the walk?

Thank you! Danielle

Go to Venetsanos for the views (awesome) and setting. Go to Boutari for the wine. Not that there’s a huge difference in quality but Venetsanos does get more people interested primarily in the views. Boutari is sort of ugly and attracts more serious connoisseurs. As to walking, it’s a little tricky but doable and not far (walking along the busy road is more of the problem). If possible scope out both places beforehand (in a car, if you have one) which will make finding them on foot easier.

We would like to book for a tour online for November, but I can’t for some reason. Are the tours full or closed for the season?

If so can we do it in the island? Or do you recommend just walk in the winery? Our plan is on November 14-18.

Thank you Mark

This private wine tour of Santorini will typically have availability in November.

We’d like to visit a winery near Oia during our visit in December. I see Sigalas is within a short drive of Oia. Is it open in December and will we be able to visit?

Sigalas usually closes in early December. But if you contact them they’ll open up, give you a quick tour around the grounds, and let you taste and buy some wines. Send them an email at [email protected] or call Panayiota at +30 6982 877912.

Hi Dave, many thanks for all of the useful information your site provides. It’s been incredibly helpful for planning my trip over the last few months! I will be staying in Santorini for 6 days, what are the benefits of doing a wine tour as opposed to visiting on your own? We have rented a car for our stay. Look forward to hearing from you!

The biggest advantage is you can enjoy the wine without having to worry about drinking too much. The pours are usually generous and it’s not hard to feel tipsy after a winery or definitely two. Also, finding the wineries can be a challenge. And the tours offer good info on the winers, wineries, and how the grapes are grown that you wouldn’t get without the tour. But can you do it yourself? For sure.

Dave, you’re a legend. Thanks a million for all this info. My wife and I are going to Santorini in a couple weeks and would like to do a wine tour. We prefer red wines to the dessert-ey whites but I’m noticing there are mostly white wines that are popular. Do you recommend any wineries or wine tours that have mostly reds? Thanks in advance.

The best wines on Santorini are whites so I’d encourage you to focus on them even if your tastes tend in a different direction. If you do want to try some reds then Gavalas Winery has the best red wines in Santorini.

After reading your review on Santo Winery and seeing the views, we are hoping to select a sunset tour that includes this winery. However, on the linked “Santorini Half-day Wine Tour” above from GetYourGuide, it does not specify which wineries will be visited. Are you fairly certain that Santo Winery is usually on that tour route? I messaged GetYourGuide about a week ago to check but have not received a response.

Although it was not listed on your website, I also reached out to Santorini Wine Tours to see what tour route they take. Unfortunately they do not visit Santo but instead visit Venetsanos, which they say has equivalent views?

What are your thoughts on this? We just want to make sure we sign up for the best sunset tour option! Ashlee Hansen

No tour will absolutely guarantee which wineries they will visit as it can always change. The Santo winery or Venetsanos is consistently the final visit on the sunset version of the Half Day Tour. Venetsanos is great and has gorgeous sunset views (similar to Santo).

Hi Santorini Dave,

I will be in Santorini on my honeymoon for 3 nights September 29 – Oct 1, during that time it will be my (soon-to-be) husband’s birthday (Sept 30). I want to plan a wine tour with dinner reservations afterward to celebrate (or something like that). What do you recommend?

The wine tours on Santorini are really well done and well worth doing. Most will drop you back at your hotel (or really any place along the caldera) so you’re free to pick from the best restaurants on the island .

Thanks for this site. It’s great! I’m wondering if you have any tips on a do-it-yourself wine tour? I plan to rent scooters for exploring the island, but I wouldn’t want to do this while drinking at several wineries. Is it possible to do this via taxi? Or, are they too expensive and hard to order? Is there an area with a bunch in walking distance? We are staying in Finikia if that makes a difference.

Thanks for your help,

Santorini is loaded with wineries but they are fairly spread out. If you did want to do a self-guided walking tour I would visit the 3 following wineries: Gavalas (in the village of Megalochori), Venetsanos (on the caldera), and Santo Winery (on the caldera). Start by taking a bus from Fira (or wherever you’re staying) to Megalochori – they’ll run about every 30 to 60 minutes. Then find the Gavalas winery (a little tricky but it’s a small village so not too hard). Then walk north and towards the caldera to find Venetsanos. Then further north (and back towards Fira) to get to Santo. You’re now north of the ferry port so there will be plenty of buses running from the main road back to Fira. These 3 wineries are great but the walk between them is not really along the caldera, provides few views, and has stretches on a busy road. So, do it to save money but don’t be expecting a beautiful walk between the wineries.

Walking route of self guided wine tour on Santorini.

Hi Dave, Your site has been so helpful in planning our Honeymoon in Santorini! We definitely want to take one of the wine tours. Aside from time of day, is there a real difference between the half day wine tour and the sunset wine tour you suggested on this page? We can’t decide which would be better since they seem so similar… would love your insight! Lilach

Go with the half-day tour (it has two times for you to choose from, so the evening tour will have sunset views). I listed the other tour primarily because my first choice often gets sold out.

Hi Dave, Do you know which 3 wineries the Santorini half day small group wine tour visits? Nicole

Gavalas, Santo, and Boutari are the most commonly visited but can change because of the season or schedule. All are good – and the smaller wineries are often the most memorable.

I was thinking of doing the 5 hour boat tour: red beach/white beach/bbq/hotsprings.

I am going May 21-24. Do you recommend me going on the day one 10AM-3PM, or the sunset one 3PM-8PM. I would think watching the sunset is amazing but afraid once it reaches -7-8, it would be too windy. I don’t mind doing the morning but I just want to make the right choice.

What do you think? Darlene

I would do the sunset one as watching the sun set from below the Oia cliffs is really unique. Though swimming will be better (and they’ll be more of it) on the daytime tour. It can be windy anytime so don’t plan around that.

I’m going to Herakleion for 5 days second week of September, thinking of taking the ferry over to Santorini for 1 day. Which day of the week is best to go over (I grew up in Italy so I’m thinking it might be like there when on Sundays everything is closed, but Saturday are overly crowded) and ideas of best tours to make the most of our time there. I liked the photography tour but none of us are photographers, unless using Instagram, are you obliged to take professional pictures? Elena Metta

There are no guarantees but Wednesday and Thursday are typically the busiest days as those are the most popular days for cruise ship stops. Cruise ships will often leave Athens on the weekend and then return the following weekend giving them a port stop in Santorini mid-week. Sunday and Monday are the best bets for a “quiet” day. The photography tour is great for everyone from beginner to pro.

Hello Dave, Your website is the most useful and helpful site I’ve ever come across while vacation planning. My significant other and I will be visiting Santorini (only for 4 days) from March 31-April 4th. We’re very limited on tours, and As per your recommendation I was interested in the 5 hour sunset catamaran tour. But noticed it includes swimming, snorkelling, and hot springs. Will the weather or water actually be warm enough during those dates to conduct those activities?

Thank you for ALL your efforts and advice.

There will be hot springs swimming as that water is warmish (not hot). The boat stops about 100 meters from the hot springs and the sea water from the boat to the hot springs is chilly. Bring a big warm towel. The “swimming/snorkeling” will probably be ignored but they’re not the highlights of the tour in any case.

Hi we will be going to Santorini / Mykonos in May, we will be on a cruise ship, the 2 islands are the ones I Really want to visit, and see the sunset on Oia. Mykonos we are only there from 7:00 to 14:00, Santorini arrival 7:00 to 19:00. Can you recommend a private Santorini shore tour for 2 senior ladies, (we are not rickety), would be much appreciated. Regards Dianne.

I would do either the half-day wine tour or the Santorini photography tour . Both are excellent. If you did decide to do a caldera boat tour be sure not to do one that takes in the sunset as you won’t have time to get back to your ship.

We will only be in Fira for 3 nights so unfortunately won’t have time to do a wine tour (we should have stayed longer but plans have been finalized). Is there anywhere in or near Fira to walk to a winery or at least enjoy a good selection of wines?

No wineries within walking distance of Fira but there is the Assyrtico wine bar/restaurant on the main pathway in Fira. Lots of good wine.

We’re a group of 4 visiting Santorini at mid-October. Would you recommend booking tours in advance?

You’ll likely be fine not booking and buying after you arrive – but you just never know. If it’s a tour you’re set on then I’d book in advance. Wine tours are small and can easily fill up with one group booking. Boat tours have more capacity and are easier left until after arrival.

We have 2 full days on Santorini. On the first day we’ll walk the foot path from Fira to Oia and explore the towns along the way. On the second day we’ll do either a wine tour of the Santorini wineries or a boat tour of the caldera with sunset and volcano walk. Which would you recommend? Which tour will have better food?

Both tours are great fun but the volcano/caldera/sunset boat tour is the one to do if you only have one day. You can do good wine tours in lots of places but there’s only one caldera like this. The food on the boat tour is adequate (far better than it has to be) but not as good as it would be on the wine tour – but still, do the boat tour.

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Enjoy the ultimate Wineways experience with our Santorini Wine Tasting Tour which includes visits to 3 award-winning Santorini wineries with a certified English speaking wine guide.

You will get to know about the island’s unique volcanic soil and ancient cultivation methods which have been passed down through the centuries to produce Santorini’s exquisite wines.

Enjoy a day of delicious wine tasting, as well as a selection of cheeses and local bites.

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2 WINERIES + LUNCH

In this exclusive tour you will have the opportunity to visit 2 award-winning Santorini wineries and enjoy a traditional Santorinian lunch, accompanied by a certified English-speaking wine guide.

You will be visiting Faros Market, situated in beautiful Akrotiri, a local farm and winery where Maria and her family cultivate their own organic products. There you will explore their old wine cellar, equipped with oak barrels and traditional machinery, and enjoy the Wineways lunch; a rich selection of local delicacies, from farm-to-table.

You will also get to visit the vines and try 3 local and organic wine varieties – assyrtiko, nykteri, and vinsanto.

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Enjoy a relaxed Wineways experience with our Santorini Afternoon Tasting Tour which includes visits to 2 award-winning Santorini wineries with a certified English speaking wine guide.

You will get to know about the island’s unique volcanic soil and the ancient cultivation methods that have been passed down through the centuries and are still used to produce Santorini’s fine wines.

You will get to taste some of Santorini’s fine wines. Cheese and local bites are also included.

Sunset Tours depend on availability of the Wineries.

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The duration and the price will depend on the itinerary and will be decided upon discussion. Usually, the duration of those tours is 4 – 5 hours .

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4 Best Santorini Wineries with Outstanding Wines

Looking to explore ancient volcanic vineyards and sip on incredible wines at the best Santorini wineries? This all-in-one guide has the essentials for planning your wine adventure on this gorgeous Greek island.

Santorini is known for its stunning scenery and dazzling sunsets. But it’s not just a pretty face. The island’s volcanic soil is like magic dust for vineyards, giving birth to the zesty Assyrtiko white wines the island is becoming famous for.

But with more than 20 wineries, how do you separate the good from the great? And let’s not get started on the wild ride that Santorini’s winding roads offer.

No worries, I’ve got your back. As your globe-trotting, WSET-certified wine expert , I’ve traveled this vine trail for you. And I’ve compiled a hand-picked list of the must-visit wineries in Santorini. So, let’s get started planning your epic wine-tasting trip!

The Best Santorini Wineries

These are some of the best wineries in Santorini for exceptional wines, delicious food, and great hospitality.

1. Domaine Sigalas

Domaine Sigalas Cretan salad and wine tasting

For exceptional wines and delicious food, don’t miss Domaine Sigalas . This historic winery is located in the northern part of the island close to Oia.

The first Assyrtiko I ever had was from Domaine Sigalas. And it was what made me fall in love with the grape.

Paris Sigalas grew up helping pick grapes at his grandfather’s vineyard. After taking over in the ’90s, his 1991 vintage was Santorini’s first PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) labeled wine.

The winemaker, Paris Sigalas, played a big part in elevating Santorini’s wines, with his 1991 maiden vintage being the island’s first PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) wine.

Domaine Sigalas’ 40 hectares of vineyards are sustainably farmed, and they produce 200,000 bottles a year.

Wines to Try

Domaine Sigalas makes five different versions of Assyrtiko, including stainless steel and oaked styles. You can experience single vineyard versions, as well as blends from different areas of the island.

I also like their aromatic Aidani, a white wine with peach and apricot flavors. And their Vinsanto is excellent too.

Domaine Sigalas is a quick 10-minute drive outside the center of Oia. The grapevine-shaded patio is surrounded by vineyards and has peekaboo views of the ocean.

Choose from a number of different flight options. And plan to have lunch here. Their food menu is fantastic! You can even enjoy a guided wine tasting with paired dishes. Just be sure to book ahead.

You can learn more about it in my post on Santorini wine and food experiences .

2. Gaia Wines

Located on one of Santorini’s east coast beaches, enjoy stunning coastal views and the sound of crashing waves as you sip on incredible wine at Gaia Wines .

Owners Yiannis Paraskevopoulos and Leon Karatsalos traveled and studied winemaking around the world. In 1994, they brought their knowledge back and founded wineries in Greece’s two most important wine-growing regions.

Nemea is a red-wine region on the Peloponnese peninsula, where they use the Agiorgitiko grape. On Santorini, their wines are all made from Assyrtiko in a variety of different styles. You can taste both regions’ wines at their Santorini winery.

For my tasting, I tried Assyrtiko in four ways. I loved experiencing how the grape changes when made in different styles.

Thalassitis is Gaia’s unoaked version, made from low-yield vines. It’s an exceptional example of what this wine can be. And it was probably my favorite wine of the trip.

If you prefer an oaked style, try the Wild Ferment. The wild yeast strains are allowed to do their thing. And then they choose the best lots to age in oak. Or the Nychteri has more subtle flavors from French oak.

Gaia also makes excellent Vinsanto. I tried the 10 year version. It was a bit lighter than Estate Argyros’ 20-year version, with caramelized fruit, nuts, and coffee.

To visit, book a tour and tasting online. And don’t miss their delicious homemade food options like crunchy breadsticks and savory Dakos.

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3. Estate Argyros

As the largest private owner of vineyards in Santorini, Estate Argyros owns 120 hectares. It was officially founded in 1902, but the family was involved in winemaking for decades before that.

Yiannis Argyros took over in 1974 and he was the one to put this winery on the map. He focused on making some of the best quality Vinsanto wines. And proving that dry-style Assyrtiko can be age-worthy.

Today, Matthaios is the fourth generation of the Argyros family running the winery. Since taking over in 2004, he’s built a beautiful, modern winery. The tasting room is stunning. It looks like something out of a magazine!

I loved their Estate Argyros Assyrtiko. The grapes come from vines that are at least 100 years old. They recommend aging it up to 10 years, which will mellow out the acidity and make it even more complex.

I was also able to try their Cuvee Monsignori Assyrtiko at a Santorini restaurant . This limited production wine is made from 200-year-old vines and it’s outstanding!

But, the winner of the tasting was the 1996 Vinsanto. The wine is made from a blend of late-harvested and dried Assyrtiko, Aidani, and Athiri grapes. And it’s aged for 20 years before releasing. It smelled like dried figs and caramel and tasted like chocolate and coffee.

Book a tour to learn about how these small-lot wines are produced. Or enjoy an educational wine and food pairing experience, with tasty regional bites.

4. Gavalas Winery

The Gavalas family has been making wine for five generations. These days, George and his son Vagelis run Gavalas Winery . And they focus on limited-production wines that highlight Santorini’s unique terroir. This includes 11 different labels and about 90,000 bottles per year.

They’ve also revived two rare grape varieties — Katsano and Voudomato — and are the only winery that produces these wines.

As one of the oldest wineries in Santorini, what’s unique about visiting is getting to explore the original stone winery building and wine cellars. The family has done a great job preserving it.

I enjoyed the Katsano, a floral white wine with flavors of peaches and pineapple. I also sampled the refreshing Aidani, with aromas of jasmine and flavors of green apple and pear.

Gavalas makes a rosé out of the revived Voudomato grape. This was one of my favorites of the tasting, with bright red cherry flavors and hints of butterscotch.

And their bold Mavrotragano was super concentrated with lots of black fruits and some spicy pepper.

Choose from a variety of tasting options. If this is your first stop, the Intro to Santorini flight is a great starting point. Or focus in one area like all white wines or premium and rare selections.

The beautiful secluded courtyard is the perfect place to enjoy your flight, along with delicious local cheeses, crunchy bread, and tomato paste. Just be sure to make a reservation in advance if you’re not visiting with a tour!

If your Greek island trip also includes visiting Crete, also check out my guides on the best Chania wineries and wineries near Heraklion .

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Santo winery and venetsanos winery.

While I didn’t personally visit these wineries, they are known for having incredible views of the caldera. If you want to check them out, I’d suggest having lunch or dinner there.

But be warned that they are popular, so you’ll want to book well in advance. This is easy to do online for both Santo Winery and Venetsanos Winery .

Santorini Wine Museum

Want to learn about the history of the island, Santorini wine, and what wine making was like in ancient times? This underground museum was built in a 300-meter-long cave by the Koutsogiannopoulos winemaking family.

Through an audio tour you’ll see the stages of the wine production process and learn about the range of machinery wine producers need. You’ll also get to see some rare winemaking equipment and tools that were used by past generations of the family.

After your tour of the museum, you can experience the family’s wines with one of their wine-tasting packages. Visit their website for more details.

Santorini Wineries Tour

Driving in Santorini can be a little scary. The roads are very narrow and locals drive fast. I don’t recommend attempting it if you’re going to multiple wineries.

To visit family-owned wineries producing some of Santorini’s best wines, I recommend booking a tour with Santorini Wine Trails . Iliana is a fantastic guide! She studied winemaking and worked in the industry at a winery and as a sommelier. All her tours are private and include pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation.

But if Santorini Wine Trails is booked or you prefer a group tour, this Santorini Wine Secrets tour is another excellent option that includes pick-up and drop-off, wine tastings at 3 top wineries, snacks, and more.

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Where to Stay for Visiting Wineries in Santorini, Greece

Kokkinos Villas hot tub, patio, and view of Santorini caldera

As beautiful as Santorini’s main cities of Oia and Fira are, they also get super crowded. If you don’t want to deal with elbowing your way down the street every time you want to get to your hotel, I recommend staying in the southern part of the island.

You can easily get around by renting a car or using the fancy bus system (seriously, they’re like luxury liners). You’ll also be closer to the famous black and red beaches and the Akrotiri archaeological site.

Kokkinos Villas is a wonderful option with incredible views of the caldera. The rooms are spacious, and some even have private hot tubs. Each day you can put in your custom breakfast order for the next morning, and it will be ready when you arrive.

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Santorini Wine Region

Santorini wines.

Santorini has about 40 different native grape varieties grown on 1,300 hectares of vineyards. Some of these vineyards are owned by Santorini’s 20 wineries. But many are independently farmed by the island’s 1,200 grape growers.

This Greek island produces 3 million bottles of wine a year. The Santorini PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) covers red and white wines made in both dry and sweet styles.

If you’re wondering what a PDO is, it’s basically Europe’s way of saying only agricultural products made in a specific area and of a certain quality can use the protected name.

Santorini White Wines

Santorini is famous for Assyrtiko, which makes up 75% of the vineyard plantings on the island. This white grape makes high-acid wines with intense aromas. And it has flavors of lime, tropical fruits, and almost a salty quality to it.

Usually, Assyrtiko is made as a single varietal wine. But you’ll also find it blended with Santorini’s other white grapes, Aidani and Athiri.

Santorini Red Wines

Mandilaria, also found at Crete wineries , is the most common red grape in Santorini. It’s sometimes blended with Assyrtiko to make a dry red. Or dried in the sun to make a sweet dessert wine.

Mavrotragano is another up-and-coming Santorini red. This grape variety was almost extinct until being revived a few years ago. It makes full-bodied, high-alcohol wines that can be ageable.

Vinsanto: Santorini’s Sweet Wine

This late-harvested wine is made by laying grapes out in the sun for up to 14 days. This concentrates the sugars in the grapes. So much so, that fermentation stops on its own, leaving a sweet wine.

Vinsanto is aged in oak for at least two years, but many for far longer. This gives it delicious flavors of dried fruit, caramel, and toasted nuts.

In case you didn’t know, the Greek Island of Santorini is technically an active volcano. You know all those beautiful photos you see of the cliffs and the sapphire water below? Well, that’s because the middle part of the island collapsed in a past eruption.

The soil is a mix of lava and volcanic ash, mainly composed of pumice. Yes, like those stones you use to exfoliate!

What’s cool about this is that the volcanic soil is resistant to diseases. So, Santorini has never had to deal with phylloxera — the root louse that infected vines throughout the world.

This means that Santorini’s vineyards haven’t had to be replanted, making them some of the oldest vines in the world. We’re talking as old as 300 years!

Santorini has a mediterranean climate with mild winters and long hot summers. There’s very little rain during the growing season, so the vines get a lot of their water from the air. They absorb the humidity and the mist from the sea breeze.

There isn’t much vintage variation, but they’re seeing more of this with climate change. Things like higher rainfall, heat waves, and night humidity can impact the quality and volume of each vintage.

The island’s strong winds means they have to use a special vineyard pruning technique called a “kouloura.” The vines are formed into basket-like shapes low to the ground. And the grapes grow in the center, which protects them from the harsh winds.

It takes about 15-20 minutes to prune each vine this way. This is done twice per year so it’s pretty time-consuming. It’s currently the only place in the world where you can see this technique used.

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We will visit three unique wineries, and in specially designed wine-tasting areas, you will taste eleven quality Santorini wines. Sunset in Oia is the highlight of this adventure wine tour.

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Santorini Wine Tour and SunSet in Akrotiri Village

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In order to have the best wine-tasting experience, we have chosen three of the best Santorini Wineries. Each winery offers distinctive wines that are made with different methods. You will learn about the different types of grapes that grow in Santorini, and you will taste different delicious volcano wines. The professional guides will lead you through the flavors and the smells of each wine, and you will live and enjoy an awesome Wine Tasting Santorini experience. Our Private Santorini Wine Tours include visits to three wineries and wine tasting of many different local wines.

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If there is an island, where all the wine lovers would have the chance to expand their tasting horizons on wines, that would be the island of Santorini! Winemaking and trading used to be among the main activities of the locals of the past with the wine production having continued up to the present. As the years passed by, several eruptions of the Volcano occurred, which created a soil full of volcanic matter and special ingredients, ideal for the production of high-quality wines. This led to the creation of many wineries over the years, which thanks to geographical factors, maintain healthy vines and produce the best wine in Greece!

Your chance to visit these locations is one of the wine tours that are performed on the island! Carefully selected and some award-winning wineries of Santorini are waiting for you to explore them, and taste the different varieties of wines paired with a tasteful lunch, learn the history behind the production of the wines by experts, and walk through their neat vineyards. Along the way, you will have the chance to see beautiful locations and admire the stunning view of the Caldera and the famous Volcano!

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Santorini Island

Things to know before visiting santorini, santorini or thira is a group of volcanic islands located on the southernmost part of the cyclades islands in the aegean sea. santorini is one of the most popular destinations in the world mostly because of the breathtaking views of the caldera - the impressive volcanic cliffs and the sea basins all over the west side of the island - created after one of the biggest eruptions ever in the late 17th-c.b.c., the minoan eruption. the two islets in the middle of the caldera are what the locals call “the volcano of santorini” : the nea kameni (still active) and the palaea kameni . there is also an active submarine volcano, called columbo . nowadays, the scientists use a wide variety of techniques to monitor the volcanic activity in santorini. akrotiri is one of the most significant prehistoric settlements in the aegean sea, located in the southern part of santorini. the first human signs date back to the late neolithic period (late 4th-m.b.c.), while in the late bronze age (20th-17th-c.b.c.) akrotiri was one of the main urban centres and ports in the aegean sea. the large extent of the settlement, the multi-storeyed buildings, the impressive wall-paintings, the urban planning, the sewage system, the furniture and the vessels found, indicate a high standard of living and a wealthy society. in the late 17th-c.b.c., a couple of big earthquakes obliged the inhabitants to abandon their town before the huge volcanic eruption, known as the minoan eruption. the ash covered the settlement, thus protected it, just like in pompeii. ancient thira is the second important archaeological site of santorini, located in the southeast side of the island at an altitude of 366m/1.200ft. the town was established by the dorians from sparta in the 10th-9th-c.b.c., led by their king thiras and its habitation continued until the early byzantine era (4th-6th-c.). fira, firostefani, imerovigli and oia are the most popular places to visit and stay in santorini but at the same time the most crowded. they are linear settlements developed on the edge of the cliffs along the caldera. fira is the capital of santorini and the best place for shopping, street food and nightlife. the most beautiful settlement in santorini is oia located in the northern side of the island. oia is worldwide known for the amazing sunset, the blue domes, the cave houses and the “kapetanospita” (the captains’ houses). a walk to pyrgos, megalochori and emborio villages is the best way to experience the locals’ life and admire the traditional architecture of santorini island. these villages are not on the caldera side, thus they are not so crowded. during the venetian domination (13th-16th-c.), there were 5 “kastelli” (castles) on santorini to protect local people from the pirate raids. the most well-preserved castle is in emborio. in santorini, there are more than 350 picturesque churches and chapels which are found at the most unexpected locations. most of them are private and family-owned. the beaches of santorini are black except the red and the white which is accessible only by boat. they all have deep waters except monolithos . the most popular beaches are perivolos, perissa and kamari . vlychada and columbo are the most impressive beaches thanks to their spectacular rock formations. the most remote beaches are kambia and mesa pigadia , both accessible by car through dirt roads., top 5 “things to do” in santorini, explore, discover and experience the terroir-driven wines of santorini by joining one of the private wine tours of santorini wine trails. visit the archaeological site of akrotiri and the museum of prehistoric thira in fira. experience a catamaran cruise in the caldera of santorini and enjoy a stunning view of the volcanic cliffs from a different angle. explore the volcano of santorini and discover its craters by hiking on the most recent volcanic formations of nea kameni. hike from fira to oia by following the old path of the locals on the cliffs of the caldera (10km/6 miles, 3-4hours)..

The Vineyard & the Wines of Santorini

In santorini, it’s all about “terroir”, in santorini there is the most distinguishing “terroir” of greece which has been acclaimed worldwide by wine experts. the combination of the major components of the french term “terroir” – the soil, the topography, the geomorphology, the climate – led to a rare natural environment for the vineyard which is reflected in the wines produced., the vineyard of santorini is one of the oldest vineyards in the world. the vine grows here for more than 3.500 years. there is evidence at the prehistoric town of akrotiri where the archaeologists found seeds of grapes. moreover, the vines are self-rooted that means that they have never been affected by the phylloxera, the insect which devastated the root system of the european vineyards in the late 19th century. the phylloxera cannot survive in santorini cause there is no organic matter in the soil, so the vines are not grafted with american roots and live longer., in santorini, the vines literally struggle to survive facing harsh conditions: a desert climate, a poor soil, strong winds, no natural freshwater sources, lack of rainfalls and long periods of drought., the soil is of volcanic origin, sandy, porous, poor in clay and full of minerals and pumice stone. the annual rainfalls are less than 400mm/16 in - even less in recent years. the sea mist covering the island during spring and summer months and the pumice stone in the soil play a significant role in the survival and growth of the vines. the pumice stone acts like a sponge: it absorbs the moisture and release it to the vines., the vines are not grown on a trellis system as in other wine regions of greece and the rest of the world. they are trained in a basket shape with the aim to protect the grapes from the strong winds and the intense sunlight. this is an ancient vine training method called “kouloura” or “ambelia” , unique to santorini all over the world., santorini is a white wine region. the white grapes cover 90% of the vineyard. there are approximately 50 local grape varieties, but just 5 are systematically grown: the whites assyrtiko , aidani and athiri and the reds mandelaria and mavrotragano ., the assyrtiko grape is undoubtedly synonymous to santorini’s wine and the best ambassador of the greek wines worldwide. it is the most widely planted grape variety of the island covering 80-85% of the vineyard. this noble white variety, native to santorini, is very versatile producing different styles of wines from very dry whites to sweet., the assyrtiko along with the aidani and the athiri grapes participate in the santorini p.d.o. (protected designation of origin) dry white wines. the sweet version of these grapes is the vinsanto which has also gained the santorini p.d.o. status., in santorini there are approximately 1.200 vine growers and 20 wine producers. the wineries of santorini are open to visitors from early april to late october. the estate argyros, the santo wines and the venetsanos winery are the only wineries which are open to visitors all year round. over the last 15 years, the santorini wine tours are very popular. definitely, a wine tour is one of the top activities and “things to do” in santorini..

The Local Products of Santorini

The food treasures of a volcanic island, the rebirth of life on santorini after the huge volcanic eruption in the late 17th century b.c. was a very long and challenging journey. the plant species and the types of crops which managed to survive had to adapt to an extremely inhospitable ecosystem. even today, everything that grows here struggles to survive facing harsh conditions: a desert climate, a poor volcanic soil, strong winds, long periods of drought, no natural freshwater sources., the local growers call their land “anhydrous” , meaning waterless, cause they grow their crops without water the annual rainfalls are less than 400mm /16in - even less in recent years. the porous pumice stone, predominant in the volcanic soil of santorini and the sea mist covering the island during the night from are precious for everything that grows on the island. the pumice absorbs the moisture and release it to all the crops allowing their survival and growth., the wine , the fava beans (yellow split peas) and the cherry tomatoes are the most famous traditional products of santorini. in terms of production, the wine is the predominant product of the island. over the last 20-25 years, the production of the cherry tomatoes and the fava beans dropped down dramatically, mostly because they are not profitable crops., the vine and the fava beans are native to santorini and grow here for more than 3.500 years. the fava beans when boiled in water and olive oil become a puree with fine texture similar to hummus but different in taste and flavors. it is a very healthy food, low in fat and high in proteins., the cherry tomato is not native to santorini, but it had been very well adapted to the harsh conditions of the island. it first came to santorini at the end of the 19th century either by the catholic monks from italy, either by some captains of oia village from egypt. it is juicy, thick-skinned and high in lycopene and antioxidants and has a bright red color and concentrated flavor and taste. we eat it fresh in salads, sun-dried or as a tomatopaste and a jam. the most popular traditional recipe is the “tomatokeftedes” (tomatofritters)., the white wine (dry and sweet), the cherry tomato and the fava beans produced on santorini have gained a protected designation of origin (p.d.o.) by the european union., some other local products of santorini are the caper , the white eggplant and the katsouni . the caper grows as a wild bush at the most unexpected places across the island. the white eggplant is sweeter than the common aubergine and does not absorb a lot of olive oil when fried. the katsouni is a big and thick-skinned cucumber with a lot of seeds that if it is not picked on time, it turns to a small delicious melon, there are also pistachio trees, pomegranate trees, wild fig trees and hundreds of prickly pears . the only local cheese of santorini is a goat cheese with a creamy texture, called “ chloro ”, meaning fresh, which is produced for domestic use..

Santorini Wine Lover Tour

This is our most popular tour and the best way to explore, discover and experience the terroir-driven wines of santorini., the vineyard is the key to understand the uniqueness of the volcanic wines of santorini island. οur fist stop is an 80 year-old vineyard where you will learn about the volcanic soil, the climate, the local grapes and the ancient vine growing method, known as “ambelia” or “kouloura”. then, we visit 3 family-owned, award winning wineries where you will experience the versatility and the ageing potential of the assyrtiko, the “king” grape of the island, and taste a couple of premium wines paired with cheese and local bites., info walk through an 80-year old vineyard visit 3 award winning wineries of santorini taste all the types of wines of santorini with cheese and local bites private guidance by a wine professional comfortable transportation pick up & drop off, all our wine tours are private, daily from april 1st to october 31st morning: 10.30-11 a.m. from april to october afternoon: 4-4.30p.m. from may 1st to september 30th duration: approx. 4+ hours closed on greek easter day, may 5th, 2024, for further information & reservations please email [email protected].

Santorini Foodie Tour

The best option to explore the wine & the local products of santorini and taste some local delicacies and premium volcanic wines, our first stop is a family-owned farm where you will taste a rich selection of local delicacies and learn about the food culture, the gastronomy and the local products of santorini. the next part of the tour is the wine. we walk through old vines for better understanding the characteristics of the volcanic “terroir” and the uniqueness of the wines of santorini. then, we visit 2 award winning wineries where you will hear a couple of “inside wine stories” and taste some premium wines with cheese and local bites., info visit a local farm and 2 award winning wineries of santorini walk through an 80-year old vineyard taste all the main types of wines produced on santorini and a rich selection of local products and delicacies private guidance by a wine professional comfortable transportation pick up & drop off, daily except sundays from may 1st to october 31st morning: 10.30-11 a.m. duration: approx. 4+ hours closed on greek easter day, may 5th, 2024.

Santorini Sunset Wine Experience

The best option to combine a wine tasting experience with the fabulous sunset of santorini, first, we walk through old vines for better understanding the volcanic “terroir” and the uniqueness of the wines produced on santorini island and then we visit 2 emblematic wineries where you will taste some premium wines with local delicacies and a selection of cheese and charcuterie made by small producers from all over greece. at the second winery, you will enjoy your wines by watching the sunset on its private terrace., info walk through an 80-year old vineyard visit 2 award winning wineries of santorini taste some premium wines of santorini with local delicacies and a cheese and charcuterie platter enjoy the sunset on the private terrace of a winery private guidance by a wine professional comfortable transportation pick up & drop off, daily from may 15th to september 30th afternoon: 5-5.30p.m. depending on sunset time duration: approx. 3 hours.

Athens Wine Trail

This is the best way to taste some premium wines produced in the historic vineyard of athens., we will visit a family owned winery, a pioneer in athens region, where you will really feel that you are in a small paradise. the winery is in complete harmony with nature and has a panoramic view of the mountains surrounding the area. we will walk through the vineyard and learn about the soil, the climate, the vine growing methods and the local grape varieties, such as savatiano, malagousia and roditis. we will also visit the winery’s facility and the cellars to gain an understanding of the winemaking process and the wine ageing. then, we will taste some premium wines with cheeses and cold meat., info visit a pioneer winery close to athens walk in the vineyard and visit the winery facilities and the cellars taste some premium wines of athens with a cheese and charcuterie platter private guidance by a wine professional comfortable transportation pick up & drop off (*) (*) a drop off at the airport is an option with an extra cost, daily all year round except sundays & public holidays morning: 10.30 a.m. duration: approx. 4 hours +.

Nemea Wine Trail

This half-day wine tour to nemea in peloponnese is best way for red wine lovers to discover the most significant red wine region in southern greece, during our driving from athens to nemea, you will learn about the wine history and culture in greece and the greek wine renaissance since beginning of the 90’s. our first stop will be a vineyard of agiorgitiko, the “flagship” grape of nemea, where you will learn about the vine growing techniques, the climate and the soil’s diversity. then, we will visit 2 family-owned wineries which produce internationally awarded wines and have played a significant role for the recognition of nemea wines all over the world. at each winery, after visiting the facilities and cellars, we will taste all the styles of wines produced from agiorgitiko and its blends: dry rosé wines, medium-bodied reds and robust reds. the wines will be paired with greek cheese and charcuterie., info 1h1/2-drive from athens to nemea walk in the vineyard and visit 2 family-owned and award-winning wineries taste some premium wines with greek cheese and cold meat private guidance by a wine professional throughout the tour comfortable transportation pick up from athens & drop off (*) (*) a drop off at the airport is an option with an extra cost, daily all year round except sundays & public holidays morning: 9.30 a.m. duration: approx. 6 hours +.

Your Wine Guide

Iliana sidiropoulou is the key person behind the santorini wine trails. she studied oenology (winemaking) in athens and bordeaux and attended the wset(*) diploma courses. in 1994, she started her career as a trainee enologist at an emblematic winery of santorini. since then, she has worked as a project manager at the wines of greece association and wine fairs in greece and abroad, as a sommelier in fine restaurants in athens and mykonos and as a hospitality manager at several wineries in greece., in 2014, after 20 years of experience in the greek wine sector, she decided to follow her own trail by creating the santorini wine trails, a boutique travel agency exclusively focusing on private wine tours, tastings and experiences on santorini island., in 2024, the santorini wine trails celebrates 10 successful years of wine tours and experiences on santorini island we celebrate our 10th anniversary by inaugurating new wine trails in athens and nemea wine regions and by expanding our team with a certified sommelier. athens is a historic wine region and nemea in peloponnese is one of the two main red wine regions in greece., we believe that we truly experience the soul of a place through its wines and local products. it is always a pleasure for us to share our experience, knowledge and passion for wine with our guests., yamas cheers, santorini wine trails team.

(*) Wine & Spirits Educational Trust, www.wsetglobal.com

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10 Santorini Wineries: How to Choose Which Santorini Winery to Visit in 2023

by Anna Maria
February 5, 2021 December 25, 2022

Are you wondering what Santorini winery to visit? This is your guide to the best wineries in Santorini! Santorini is famous for it’s caldera views, white-washed homes, blue domes, and honeymoons. But did you know that Santorini is also the #1 destination in Greece for wine? There are over 20 Santorini wineries ! Santorini is known for the grape Assyrtiko who’s wine has been compared to some of the most expensive wines in the world. The volcanic soils and unique ways that grapes are grown, make wine tasting in Santorini an absolute must. When you’re visiting Santorini be sure to pop in to at least a few wineries. Check out this list of do’s and don’ts before you go. Below you’ll find:

Santorini wineries with the best wine
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Best food experiences at wineries in Santorini
Fun and authentic wine experiences in Santorini

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Be prepared to buy up all those delicious Santorini wines and take them home safely with a wine suitcase. Here is my guide to picking the best wine suitcase for your wine travels.

Wineries with the Best Wines in Santorini

If you’re a wine lover, these are the wineries in Santorini to visit. I love them all and I couldn’t choose just 1 Santorini winery based on the wines alone. In my never humble opinion, these are the Santorini wineries that make the best wine.

Vassaltis Vineyards in Vourvoulos , Santorini

Vassaltis Vineyards is the newest Santorini winery with incredible wines. It is a modern and sleek winery yet fits into the landscape of the vineyards. The family has been grape growers on the island for generations but sold their grapes to other wineries. In 2010, Yannis Valambous, who inherited the vineyards from his father, decided to break ground and build a winery to produce his own wines. The goal was simple; make great wine .

Vassaltis Winery offers 4 different wine tasting options.

The Line-Up: Taste their new releases along side small bites
Tour & Wine: Tour the vineyards and the wine cellar plus wine tasting
Signature Tasting: Taste their best reserve wines, single vineyard wines with food pairing
Menu Degustation: A 5-course tasting menu with accompanying wine pairing

You are welcome to spend as much time as you like when visiting Vassaltis Winery. After your tasting or tour, you can choose a glass of any of their wines and order food from the menu a la carte.

Vassaltis Winery has a diverse selection of wines to try. Here are my favorites.

Pet Nat: sparkling wine of Savvatiano made in the ancestral method.
Nassitis: a blend of Assyrtiko, Athiri, and Aidani at a great value.
Gramina: single vineyard Assyrtiko with a bit of barrel ageing.
Mavrotragano: a bold red wine from the native Mavrotragano grape.

Hatzidakis Winery in Pyrgos Kalistis

Hatzidakis Winery is a family owned and operated winery in the southern half of the island of Santorini. Seemingly, this winery has manage to stay true to themselves despite the mass tourism around them. Their objective is to keep making great wine as they always have. You will not find a state-of-the-art tasting room at Hatzidakis. You’ll find a humble family cherishing their organic vineyards and staying true to their roots.

It’s a steep hill down to the winery but it is worth it. The Hatzidakis Winery staff is very warm and welcoming. You can enjoy a guided tour of their barrel caves and learn about the family, grape-growing, and their wine philosophy on one of their tours. You must make an appointment.

Even if you do not make it to Hatzidakis Winery, be sure to order their wines in the local restaurants.

Aidani: a dry white wine from the grape Aidani. You can identify this bottle from the child’s drawing on the label.
Assyrtiko de Louros- An old-vine Assyrtiko.
Nyxteri- made from very ripe Assyrtiko grapes and aged in a barrel.
Vin Santo- dessert wine that’s been aged for 16 years in barrel.

Gavalas Winery in Megalochori, Santorini

What I love best about visiting Gavalas Winery is that you’ll feel like you’re visiting a friend’s winery and not some stuffy tasting room. You’ll have the opportunity to taste all their wines including the extremely rare grapes: Katsano and Voudomato . The winery is rustic and the hospitality you will receive matches that old-school style. It is very likely that you’ll meet one of the family members. Despite having no Wi-Fi, they do have an online booking system .

Assyrtiko in the blue bottle: 100% Assyrtiko from old vines.
Katsano: A truly unique grape.
Voudomato: Rose wine. Another extremely rare grape.
Mavrotragano: A bold red wine. Pick this up if you want to age a wine to open in 10+ years.

Estate Argyros in Episkopi Gonias , Santorini

Argyros Winery is one of the oldest wineries in Santorini. The Argyros family has been making wine on the island for over a century . Their winery is set among the vineyards of the newly-renovated estate. As you look around, you may be confused as to where the vineyards are; you’ll only see little round shrubs. This is because Santorini grows grapes on the ground! The winds are extreme and the grapes are protected in a vine basket called a koulouri. Take a closer look at the vines when visiting Estate Argyros; it’s fascinating. Book a tour to Argyros Winery here.

Estate Argyros offers 2 different ways to taste their wines. Their first wine tasting package is a tour of the facility and vineyards, and a tasting of 4 of their wines. The cost is 15€ and lasts 45 minutes. What I recommend is the food and wine pairing experience at Estate Argyros. This wine tour option includes a wine tasting of 7 of their wines as well as food and wine pairing suggestions. The wines are served with a charcuterie platter. The cost is 40€ and the duration is an hour and a half. There are also many guided tours that provide transportation as well.

When visiting Argyros Winery, you must try their Vin Santo. Vin Santo is made in an ancient method of making dessert wines. The grapes are dried in the hot Santorini sun until they are nearly raisins to concentrate the sugars. This results in a natural sweet and delicious wine perfectly balanced by the acidity of the grapes. Another thing I love about Argyros wines is that their entry-level wines are a great value . Of course, their estate wines will thrill you.

Choose a Santorini Winery with the Best View

This may be rude to say, but a good rule of thumb while wine tasting in Santorini is: The better the view, the worse the wine. Yup, I said it. However, some of you may only have a day or two in Santorini and want to take in as much of the caldera as humanely possible. I mean, how else will you make your friends jealous with your Instagram pics ? Now, don’t get me wrong, some of the wines are very good, but make no mistake, you are paying for the view. As you may imagine, these wineries are EXTREMELY busy and always flooded with tourists, especially at sunset. You’ve been warned. But if you book with a tour agency , you’ll have better luck than without.

the santorini winery with the best views

Venetsanos Winery

If you’re going to pick a caldera-view winery, pick Venetsanos Winery. The wines are better and it is not as busy as Santo Wines. Truth is, the views are stunning. Their terrace is gorgeous, but again, you’re paying for the view. Keep in mind, it is still quite crowded especially around sunset. Be sure to make a reservation as far in advance as possible or go with a tour guide.

If you hope to visit Venetsanos Winery, I advise you make your reservation well before your trip. The tables are often fully-booked. They offer a 30 minute tour at the top of the hour between 1pm and 5pm. The tour is 6€, the wine tasting is 15€ and then any snacks are between 8€-25€ per dish. This adds up quickly, but hey, you’re on vacation. If you’re vacationing to mend a broken heart, be prepared for a proposal every 15 minutes on the terrace.

Santo Winery

I mean, this is why you came to Santorini, right? The view is spectacular. Santo is the cooperative winery on the island. If I’m being honest, the wines have gotten better over the years but make sure you taste some wines from the family wineries as well to understand the magnitude of quality wines coming from the island. The winery is on several levels each with breath-taking views . To avoid crowds, it’s probably best to go with a tour company.

The winery has done a very nice job to accommodate their guests. There’s a short video that explains a bit of the history of wine making on the island. Their website is relatively easy to use for booking. Be sure to book well in advance. They offer several different tasting packages with some interesting food options as well.

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Domaine Sigalas near Oia

Domaine Sigalas is just outside of Oia in a village called Baxedes. The view of the sea is distant but you’ll be busy staring at your plate! The wines are excellent and the wine pours for wine tasting are generous. You can create your own tasting flight and order food a la carte as well. You may notice that their are wines from outside of Santorini offered as well. This is because of a recent merger with Kir-Yianni winery.

They offer three different set packages for wine experiences at Sigalas Winery.

Wine & Vineyard: Tour of the vineyards plus a tasting of 8 different wines. Duration is just over an hour and the cost is 50€
Wine & Vineyard with Lunch: Same as above with small local snacks. Duration is 2 hours and the cost is 70€.
6 Course Tasting Menu: This is what you should book. The 6 course tasting menu is an experience . Six different courses paired with wines and carefully prepared and presented. The duration is 3 hours and the cost is 150€.

Avantis Winery near Fira

Avantis Winery is the new kid on the block in Santorini though Avantis has been making wine on the island of Evia for years. They have a few different wine tasting packages to choose from. However, my suggestion is to take a cooking class or indulge in their wine and food pairing menu . They’ve hired Chef Yiannis Baxevanis to create an amazing gastronimic experience for their guests. They are very reasonably priced considering the quality they offer.

Oh wait, did I mention there’s also a spa ?

Santorini Experience: 5 wines from Santorini.
Avantis Experience: Wines from Avantis wineries in Evia and Santorini.
Cheese & Wine: Wine tasting with an assortment of local cheeses.
Meze & Wine: A selection of meze along with the wine tasting.
Cooking Class: Learn how to make 3 famous Santorini dishes with the chef. Includes a bottle of wine.
Wine & Dine: Lunch a la carte with wine.

Book at tour at Avantis here.

Unique Wineries of Santorini

If you want a true learning experience or to see how locals really live, these are the best Santorini wineries for you.

The Wine Museum at Koutsoyannopoulos Winery is 300 meters long and 8 meters underground. I had a friend describe it as half Madam Tussauds and half Chuck E Cheese. And yes, it is a bit cheesy but you will fully understand wine making on the island. The audio-guided tour explains everything from history to grape growing to wine making. It’s a great place to go wine tasting if you have kids in tow . It’s also a nice reprieve from the heat. Included in the price of the museum ticket is a tasting of four wines. You can also upgrade to their reserve wines.

Art Space is an art gallery, wine museum, and winery all in one. Converted from an old wine cave you can taste wine while admiring the beautiful artwork. The staff does an exception job explaining the history of the winery and explaining the wines as you taste. Book a guided tour to the winery here.

As a wine tour operator myself, I highly recommend hiring a wine tour company when visiting wineries in Santorini. The roads are narrow and crowded. Plus, you’ll be drinking wine. Best to leave the driving and navigating to a pro. Another perk is getting special attention at some of the busier wineries in Santorini. There are several wine tour companies in Santorini. These are the top 3 (alphabetical order).

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Tell me about your experiences at any Santorini winery you’ve visited. Any other wineries you think should be on the list? Leave me a comment and let me know.

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Santorini Semi-Private Land Tour for Cruise Guests

Exploring the picturesque island of Santorini has never been easier for cruise ship passengers. The Santorini Semi-Private Land Tour offers a comprehensive 5-hour experience that showcases the island’s iconic sights and hidden gems. From the stunning blue domes of Oia to the traditional village of Megalochori , this tour provides a well-rounded introduction to Santorini’s captivating charm. With convenient transportation, a knowledgeable guide, and ample opportunities to take in the local culture, this tour promises an unforgettable journey for those seeking to make the most of their time on the island. Intrigued? There’s more to discover about this exceptional experience.

This semi-private land tour offers a 5-hour experience for cruise guests in Santorini, with prices starting at $87.45 per person.
The tour covers key sights like Oia, Firostefani, Profitis Elias Church, Megalochori, Red Beach, and Perivolos.
Highlights include panoramic caldera views, exploring Oia’s blue domes, visiting the highest point at Profitis Elias Church, and experiencing the traditional village of Megalochori.
The tour includes pick-up/drop-off, a water bottle, and a professional driver/host, with free cancellation available up to 24 hours in advance.
The tour begins at the Santorini Cable Car – Upper Station and offers a refreshing break with a local lunch and swimming at Perivolos.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

This Santorini semi-private land tour offers cruise guests a comprehensive exploration of the island’s highlights, priced from $87.45 per person for a 5-hour experience.

Guests can take advantage of free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, as well as the option to reserve now and pay later.

The tour includes pick-up and drop-off, a bottle of water, and a professional driver/host to ensure a comfortable and memorable experience.

Cruisers with limited time will appreciate the focused itinerary that covers key sights such as Oia, Firostefani, Profitis Elias Church, Megalochori, Red Beach, and Perivolos, providing a well-rounded introduction to the stunning scenery and charming villages of Santorini.

Itinerary and Highlights

The tour begins at the Santorini Cable Car – Upper Station, where the driver/host will meet guests.

From there, it takes participants on a journey through the island’s captivating sights, starting with a visit to Oia to admire the iconic blue domes and take in panoramic caldera views for about an hour.

The next stops include:

A 25-minute photo stop at the three bells dome in Firostefani

A 25-minute visit to the Profitis Elias Church, the highest point on the island

A 105-minute exploration of the traditional settlement of Megalochori

A 30-minute photo stop and sightseeing at the iconic Red Beach

After these highlights, the tour concludes with a 1-hour break at Perivolos, where guests can enjoy lunch and a guided tour, as well as an opportunity to go for a swim.

Starting Location and Key Stops

The tour begins at the Santorini Cable Car – Upper Station, where the driver/host will meet guests to commence the exploration of the island’s captivating sights.

First, visitors will journey to the iconic town of Oia , spending an hour admiring its castle, blue-domed churches, and panoramic caldera views.

The next stop is Firostefani, where a 25-minute photo opportunity awaits at the scenic three bells dome .

Ascending to the highest point on the island, guests will visit the Profitis Elias Church and take in the stunning vistas.

The tour then moves to the traditional settlement of Megalochori for a 105-minute visit before a photo stop at the Red Beach.

Oia: Castle, Blue Domes, and Caldera Views

First, visitors will spend an hour exploring the iconic town of Oia, marveling at its impressive castle, captivating blue-domed churches, and panoramic vistas overlooking the stunning caldera.

Visitors can:

Wander through the pristine white-washed streets, flanked by charming boutiques and cafes.

Stroll up to the Kastro, the medieval castle ruins that offer breathtaking views of the caldera and the Aegean Sea.

Admire the famous blue-domed churches that have become a signature of the Santorini skyline.

Capture the quintessential Santorini photo at one of the many scenic viewpoints along the caldera edge.

This leisurely exploration of Oia sets the stage for the rest of the day’s adventures across the island.

Firostefani: Three Bells Dome

Next, the tour moves to Firostefani, where visitors will enjoy a 25-minute photo stop at the iconic three bells dome, a picturesque landmark offering stunning vistas of the caldera. Perched atop a cliffside, the three bells dome is one of Santorini’s most recognizable and photographed sites. Visitors can capture the perfect shot of the iconic blue-domed church against the dramatic backdrop of the volcanic landscape and azure waters. The photo stop provides a chance to admire the architectural beauty and scenic splendor of this charming village, giving travelers a glimpse into the quintessential Santorini experience.

Profitis Elias Church: Highest Point

Ascending the winding roads, the tour then reaches the highest point on the island at the Profitis Elias Church, offering panoramic vistas that captivate visitors for 25 minutes.

From this elevated perch, guests can enjoy:

Sweeping views of Santorini’s iconic caldera and the sparkling Aegean Sea.

The church’s striking white exterior and blue-domed roof, a classic Cycladic architectural style.

Opportunities to explore the interior, admiring the intricate religious iconography and frescoes.

The chance to step outside and gaze upon the island’s dramatic volcanic landscape, stretching out in all directions.

This brief yet impactful stop at the Profitis Elias Church provides an unforgettable panoramic perspective of Santorini’s breathtaking natural beauty.

Megalochori: Traditional Settlement

The tour then moves on to the charming traditional settlement of Megalochori , where guests spend over an hour exploring the village’s quaint alleyways, unique architecture, and historic sites.

Megalochori is renowned for its whitewashed buildings , cobblestone streets, and traditional Greek ambiance. Visitors wander through the peaceful lanes, admiring the picturesque homes and stopping to admire the iconic blue-domed churches.

The guide shares insights into the village’s rich history, including its winemaking heritage and the influence of Venetian and Ottoman architectural styles.

This immersive experience offers a glimpse into the authentic Santorinian way of life, allowing guests to feel the heartbeat of the island’s cultural heritage .

Perivolos: Break, Lunch, and Swimming

After exploring the charming Megalochori, the tour provides a refreshing break at Perivolos, where guests can enjoy a guided tour, savor a local lunch, and indulge in a swim in the tranquil waters.

The Perivolos segment offers a well-deserved respite, allowing visitors to enjoy the local culture and natural beauty.

Guests can:

Set out on a guided tour of the Perivolos beach area

Savor a delicious lunch featuring authentic Greek cuisine

Take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean Sea

Relax and soak up the sun on the black volcanic sand

This unique experience ensures that guests leave Santorini with a deeper appreciation for the island’s diverse charms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is This Tour Suitable for Families With Young Children?

This tour may not be the most suitable for families with young children. The itinerary includes several stops that may not cater well to their needs, and the overall duration of 5 hours could be challenging for little ones.

Can We Customize the Itinerary to Visit Specific Sites?

Yes, the tour itinerary can be customized to visit specific sites. Customers can work with the tour operator to modify the stops and duration to better suit their interests and needs, though additional fees may apply.

What Are the Options for Vegetarian or Dietary-Restricted Meals?

The tour provider offers some vegetarian and dietary-restricted meal options for the break time and lunch. Guests can discuss their specific dietary needs with the driver/host prior to the tour to ensure appropriate arrangements are made.

Is There Any Mobility Assistance Available for Guests With Disabilities?

The tour provider offers mobility assistance for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles, ramps, and guides can be arranged upon request to accommodate guests with limited mobility and ensure a comfortable and accessible experience.

Can We Book Private Transportation Instead of a Semi-Private Tour?

Yes, you can book private transportation instead of a semi-private tour. Private tours allow for more flexibility and personalized experiences, though they may cost more. Check with the tour operator about availability and pricing for private transportation options.

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Guests can explore the stunning blue domes of Oia , the picturesque Firostefani, the highest point at Profitis Elias Church, and the traditional village of Megalochori, followed by a relaxing break at Perivolos beach .

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Where to Stay in Santorini: The Ultimate Guide for Every Taste

September 5, 2024
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Are you wondering where to stay in Santorini? With so much information on the internet, you might feel lost and unable to choose the perfect area for your stay.

Well, we’re here to help! We have gathered the best places to stay in Santorini for every type of traveler, from couples to first-time visitors. So, if you want to find the answer to the question, ‘Where is the best place to stay in Santorini?’ keep reading!

Where to stay in Santorini for first-time visitors: Oia Where to stay in Santorini for serenity seekers: Mesaria Where to stay in Santorini for couples: Imerovigli Where to stay in Santorini for culture and nightlife: Fira Where to stay in Santorini for families: Firostefani

Where to stay in Santorini for first-time visitors: Oia

Is this your first time visiting Santorini and searching for the perfect place to introduce yourself to the island’s volcanic beauty? Then staying in Oia might be your best bet!

The most popular village in Santorini, along with Fira, Oia has a lot to offer in terms of natural beauty, architecture, and, above all, views. Although it tends to get crowded during summer, Oia is arguably one of the best places to watch Santorini’s enthralling sunset.

However, the sunset is not the only thing you can enjoy in Oia! Its beautiful narrow alleys, traditional whitewashed houses, and scenic beauty will enchant you!

Extra tip: Oia has many traditional Cycladic blue-domed churches, which provide the perfect backdrop for ultra-Instagrammable photos. It’s worth discovering them!

Where to stay in Santorini for serenity seekers: Mesaria

If you’re wondering where it is best to stay in Santorini for peace and tranquility away from the hustle and bustle, Mesaria is a great option!

Considered by many to be the most beautiful village on Santorini island, Mesaria will introduce you to the slower rhythms of island life and make you feel like a local.

Although Mesaria feels worlds away from the crowds, it is very close to Oia, Fira, and all the island’s main points of interest. So, by staying in a hotel in Mesaria, like Nous Santorini , you get the best of both worlds -the laid-back atmosphere of a traditional village and easy access to the attractions.

Extra tip: The island’s biggest vineyard and several wineries lie close to Mesaria, offering the perfect opportunity to learn more about Santorini’s wine-producing history and taste the world-famous local wine varieties!

Where to stay in Santorini for couples: Imerovigli

Are you looking for the best destination for your honeymoon or romantic trip? Then you might wonder where to stay in Santorini for a couple’s holiday. Well, Imerovigli is an ideal option!

Perched on the otherworldly beautiful volcanic caldera, this village offers panoramic views of the vast Aegean Sea and the volcano.

You can enjoy these views from several spots throughout Imerovigli, but if you want an extra special experience for you and your significant other, you can book a dinner with a sunset view. It is one of the most romantic things to do in Santorini !

Another ultra-romantic experience is a boat tour around the caldera at sunset. Watching the dramatic caldera as the last rays of sunlight touch it, altering its color, is magical!

Extra tip: If you and your spouse love hiking, you can follow the path connecting Imerovigli with Oia, taking in the majestic scenery along the way!

Where to stay in Santorini for culture and nightlife: Fira

If you want to enjoy Santorini’s nightlife or simply have a wide variety of entertainment options during your holiday, Fira is the best place to stay!

Fira is Santorini’s capital, so it offers an abundance of nightlife options, from clubs to bars, as well as many cultural events, which take place throughout the summer. Attending a music or theatrical performance in Fira is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the local art scene, so don’t miss the opportunity!

Apart from clubs and bars, Fira also has many restaurants, where you can enjoy both local and international cuisine with a majestic view of the sea and the caldera. No matter your taste in food, be sure to pair your meal with a glass or two of the local wine!

Extra tip: If you are a history buff, you’ll be glad to know that Fira is home to the island’s archaeological museum, one of the most popular attractions in Santorini. There, you will discover unique archaeological artifacts dating from the period between the 5th century B.C. and the Roman times.

Where to stay in Santorini for families: Firostefani

Are you searching for the perfect area in Santorini to stay with your family? Firostefani might be your best bet! Although this area feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle, it is very close to Fira (located between Fira and Imerovigli) and some of the best beaches in Santorini .

Firostefani stands out for its serene and laid-back atmosphere, which is ideal for families wishing to enjoy a quiet holiday and spend quality time together! At the same time, it offers easy access to the island’s attractions, making it the perfect base for exploring the island at your own pace.

What’s more, Firostefani has a wide variety of restaurants, taverns, and cafés, where you can relax with your family, enjoying local specialties and refreshments with a beautiful view.

Extra info: In Firostefani you will find Saint Nicholas Monastery, one of the oldest -and most picturesque- monasteries in Santorini. It’s worth a visit!

If you were wondering where the best place to stay in Santorini is, now you know that there’s an area for everyone, whether it’s a couple or a family. So, where will you stay in Santorini on your next vacation?

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