Santorini Assyrtiko And Pairing Secrets

Embark on a fun and educational wine journey in the heart of Santorini. This signature experience is designed for curious wine lovers eager to understand not just how wine is made — but how it pairs beautifully with food rooted in local tradition.

The tour begins with a short walk through the vineyard and production area, where you’ll learn about Santorini’s volcanic terroir and the unique way vines grow in this dramatic landscape.

Then, in a serene tasting room, our expert Wine Educator will guide you through the art of food and wine pairing. You’ll taste six carefully selected estate wines, each matched with premium Greek cheeses and cold cuts, exploring how different flavors elevate the wine — and vice versa.

Special focus is given to the island’s heritage grape, Assyrtiko, known for its minerality and complexity. You'll taste its different expressions — from fresh and youthful to aged and structured — and discover the rare indigenous varieties that thrive in Santorini's unique environment.

The experience culminates with an exploration of the island’s iconic sweet wine, Vinsanto, and its impressive ageing potential.

This is more than a tasting — it’s a cultural and sensory introduction to how Santorini’s past and present meet in every glass.

• Type: Private
• Location: Santorini, Greece
• Dates: Daily, May to September
• Time: 11:30 - 13:30
• Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
• Meeting point: Point of your choice confirmed upon booking
• Meeting time: 11.00
• Host: Wine Educator
• Group size: Minimum participation of 2 persons, max 10 persons
• Language: English / Greek
• Booking: Required minimum 72h in advance

• Roundtrip private transfer
• Short guided tour of the vineyards and cellar
• Tasting of 6 estate wines, including various expressions of Assyrtiko
• Pairing with selected Greek cheeses and cold cuts
• Wine educator guiding the tasting and pairing process
• Insights into Santorini’s rare grape varieties and volcanic terroir
• Focus on Vinsanto and its ageing potential
• English-speaking host / sommelier

Note:

• Before booking your experience please inform us of any food allergies someone at your party has. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
• Number of participants can overcome 10 persons upon request.

For transportation we use:

• Private vehicle (<= 3 persons) – Black Scoda Octavia or similar
• Minivan (<= 7 persons) - Mercedes Vito or Peugeot Traveller
• Minibus (<= 11 persons) - Mercedes Sprinter