A Visit To Ambelonas Wine Estate

Tour a centuries-old estate in Corfu’s fertile interior and sample wines paired with organic delicacies that reflect the owners’ passion for preserving traditional methods of production. After departing from the pier, you will enjoy a brief but picturesque drive into the interior of Corfu, a fertile agricultural area that inspired the island’s nickname—the Emerald Island. You will soon arrive at the Ambelonas estate, where you will be welcomed with a cup of herbal tea that is highly regarded for its refreshing, restorative qualities. During the tour that follows, you walk through the estate’s vineyard with one of the owners and learn about the two varieties of grapes that are grown at Ambelonas: red skopelitiko and white kakotrygis. You will also see the grove of olive trees that have been cultivated here for more than 400 years. In the adjoining olive oil and wine museum, you will browse exhibits of traditional devices once used for making both products. You might see oak barrels, bottling tools, measuring containers, a stone olive mill and a cast-iron olive press. The highlight of the visit to Ambelonas will be a tasting of wines thoughtfully paired with delicacies prepared on the estate. The exact dishes will be chosen the day of your arrival, based on the freshest available seasonal ingredients. Before returning to the pier, you will also enjoy free time to take in the beautiful setting and shop for products such as organic vinegar and sweets in the estate’s store.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Meander through a country estate’s vineyards and grove of olive trees with one of the owners.
• ample a representative selection of wines and delicacies made on the estate.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.