Crete Wine and Olive Oil Heritage Group Tour
Indulge in a journey for the senses with our exclusive wine and olive oil tasting tour. You'll be transported to the heart of Crete's agricultural heritage, where ancient traditions meet modern luxury. Visit a family-run estate to witness the "liquid gold" of Crete being produced, from the ancient olive trees to the state-of-the-art mill. An expert-led tasting will guide you in discerning the nuanced flavors and aromas of exceptional extra virgin olive oils. The experience continues with a visit to prestigious winerys, where you'll explore sun-drenched vineyards and cellars. A qualified sommelier will introduce you to a curated selection of premium Cretan wines, showcasing the island's unique indigenous varieties. This is more than a tasting; it's a deep dive into the culinary soul of Crete.
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What's included in Crete Wine and Olive Oil Heritage Group Tour
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Lyrarakis Winery
Lyrarakis Wines is run by the second-generation winemakers, supported by an extended family of skilled professionals. They have devoted themselves to the revival of rare grape varieties of Crete , their portfolio features more than 11 indigenous varieties, with three saved from extinction. As sustainability advocates, they transitioned to organic viticulture in 2020 and part of their regenerative approach,they have stopped ploughing the ground and only use their own fertilizer made of organic waste from their kitchen, the winemaking process, and the nearby oil mills.
Domaine Paterianakis
The third generation of the Paterianakis family, Emmanuela and Niki, are continuing the wine tradition of organic farming, creating authentic Cretan wines with a strong personality. Their goal is a balance between tradition and modern technology. We cultivate biodynamically and organically, with an absolute respect for nature, and they produce wines using the most modern methods in order to express the uniqueness of the Peza wine region in the most natural and authentic way.
visit an oilive oil mill , learning all about olive oil and the cultivation of the olive trees as well as the pressing methods.
Inclusions
- olive oil tasting
- Bottled water
- Admission fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- winetasting 15 euros for 5 wines per person
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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we can pick you up from your hotel or at the meeting points we will be waiting for you with a sighn with the lead travellers name on it. For the cruise ships passengers the tour adjusts so they will return in time for boarding
