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Tasting of 5 typical Cretan wines in Heraklion

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Duration
1 hour
Group style
Semi-private
Group size
Up to 10 guests
Transfer
On request

Highlights

  • Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Cretan countryside
  • Learn about the wine making tradition of Crete
  • Familiarise yourself with the wine making process
  • Taste authentic, typical Cretan wines

What’s included

  • Winery and cellar tour

Useful details

Not Included

  • Please avoid the use of heavy scents before the tasting

What to Bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • A hat
  • A taste for good wines

Experience summary

Follow us on a guided tour of the winery, where we are going to learn a few things about the wine making steps and history of Crete. Complete your experience by tasting five of our most famous wines with the help of our sommelier, and explore the secrets of the wine tasting process. Served with traditional local rusks.

Local planning notes

For families

A few useful details before your family sets off.

Notes from the host

  1. 01We provide painting supplies and interractive activities.

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Important Notes

  1. 01All areas are accessible by a stroller or wheelchair.
  2. 02Please let us know in advance in case of allergies.
  3. 03It is possible to customize your tasting by adding more wines at 2 euros per wine.
  4. 04If you are interested in booking for a group larger than 10 people, please feel free to contact us directly at +30 694 686 7083, and we will be happy to assist you.

Languages

Greek, English, Spanish

Find your way

Meeting point & directions

Diamantakis Winery

Kato Asites, Herakleion

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Step-by-Step Directions

Getting to the winery

Please set as your destination first the village of Kato Asites and then the winery, to avoid any rural roads.

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