A family-run boutique winery in Parapotamos, Thesprotia, about 15 minutes by road from the port of Igoumenitsa. This is the place to taste Asproudi, a rare white grape of Epirus, with a view over the Kalamas valley.
What the visit includes
- A walk through the estate vineyard of about 3.5 hectares, planted with Greek and local varieties.
- A tour of the 800 m² building, designed to use gravity in winemaking.
- A tasting with a view over the Kalamas valley.
- From time to time, events and cooking workshops.
A visit usually takes one to two hours. The winery is pet friendly.
Wines worth trying
- Asproudi Cuvée Wild Fermentation: Asproudi fermented with wild yeasts, with aromas of flowers, peach and honey.
- Asproudi Orange: an orange wine made from Asproudi with skin contact.
- Pink Not: the winery’s rosé, made from native varieties.
- Terra Argilla Malagousia: crisp, with a citrus finish.
The full range is listed at zervaswinery.gr.
Before you go
- On Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday visits are by appointment only, according to the winery. On other days, call before you go.
- If you are catching a ferry, plan your time so you are back at the port before check-in.
- If you are driving, taste in moderation.
Contact: phone +30 697 277 2467 · email info.zervaswinery@gmail.com · Instagram @zervaswinery
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