Cretan Wine Tasting

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Cretan Wine Tasting

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
2 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Language
English
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore the ancient art of Cretan winemaking on a guided farm tour. Taste seven wines paired with local specialties, immersing in Crete's rich culture and culinary heritage.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Discover the rich heritage of Cretan winemaking, a tradition that dates back over 4,000 years. This immersive wine experience takes you on a guided tour of our family-owned farm and museum, where you’ll learn about the ancient art of vine-growing. Savor the essence of Crete as you taste seven renowned Cretan wines, including distinctive varieties like Vilana and Kotsifali, perfectly paired with authentic homemade delicacies like Cretan dakos and marinated anchovies. Each sip and bite transports you to the sun-kissed vineyards of this beautiful island, making for an unforgettable culinary journey.

What You Get

Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic Beverages

Good To Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

Cretan Wine experience. The vine has been systematically cultivated in Crete for around 4,000 years! No wonder the oldest wine press (3,500 years old) was found in the region of Vathipetro. Vine-growing and winemaking have continued uninterrupted throughout the ages. The Law Code of Gortyn—an ancient city in the south of Crete—is the oldest legal text in Europe and includes the first set of rules on vine-growing. Wine tasting Highlights: Guided tour of our family’s farm and museum (30 min) Introduction to Cretan wines (15 min) Wine tasting of the seven most well-known Cretan wines Enjoy your favorite wine, accompanied by authentic homemade Cretan delicacies Wine Varieties: White wines: Vilana, Thrapsathiri, Moschato Spinas, Vidiano Red wines: Kotsifali, Liatiko & Mandilaria Rosé wine: Liatiko Accompanied by our family’s authentic Cretan delicacies: Olives & sun-dried tomatoes Marinated anchovies Cretan dakos bread Black-eyed pea salad Dolmades (stuffed vine leaves) & tzatziki

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Spiridi Olive Oil Farm, Λασίθι, Greece, GR, 721 00

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Please enter the farm and ask for your guide at the front desk.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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