Experience the art of winemaking at Karimalis Winery in Ikaria. Learn about local grape varieties, wine pairing, and the language of wine tasting. Indulge in the flavors of the region.
- Karimalis Winery & Farmhouse Restaurant - ikarianwine - Our winery tour includes a stroll around the vineyard and familiarisation with the grape varieties cultivated within it. This walk finishes at the winery, where the various steps of the wine-making and aging process are explained and the activity closes with tasting the range of all our wines, accompanied by local delicacies.
Participants are given a tour of the Ikarian wine-making techniques with a visit to the old press and the ‘pythostasi’, which are carefully preserved on the farm.
Guests will enjoy learning the history of the ancient ‘Pramnios’ wine and the way it was produced, as well as the wine-producing history of our own vineyards and will be shown antiquated machinery, wine storage vessels and viticultural tools used by the ancestors of the family.
The actual wine tastings are accompanied by delicacies that come 100% from the farm, such as pre-leavened hand-kneaded bread, goat’s cheese, fresh veg, olives, etc.
- Must be over 18 for wine tasting
- All wines available for tasting
- Tour of the vineyard
- Tour of the winery
- Snacks provided
- Any private expenses
At our wine sampling gatherings, attendees become familiar with the processes of producing wine, the regional grape varieties used for each vino, how different wines enhance specific dishes, the sensory evaluation techniques employed, and the specific vocabulary for discussing the hue, scent, taste, and finish of wines. They also learn about the fundamental classifications of wine and wines with Protected Geographical Indication.
- Children are not allowed to participate in the wine tasting. However, in the case of parents having the wine tasting that want to bring their children along, they can order some non alcoholic beverage for the children on the spot.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
