Vriniotis Winery — Attraction in Istiaia-Aidipsos Municipality

Everyone marvels at turning water into wine, but nobody gets properly excited about the actual miracle: how grapes casually transform themselves into liquid joy while we’re not looking, then perform chemistry experiments inside our heads that make everything funnier and more profound. At Virinotis Winery, perched with views that make you understand why ancient Greeks thought gods lived in the landscape, you’ll discover that French grapes have been hogging the spotlight while Greek varieties quietly perfected their own brand of magnificent weirdness. The host’s storytelling abilities appear calibrated by cosmic forces with a sense of humor, and the wine doesn’t just sweep you off your feet—it relocates them to a dimension where every sip contains compressed starlight and questionable physics. You’ll find yourself nodding along to tales that would make Baron Munchausen blush, not because you believe them, but because with a glass of something that tastes like bottled poetry, belief becomes beautifully irrelevant. By the end, you’ll realize they’ve performed a benevolent kidnapping of your expectations and left you wondering if wine tourism operates by different physical laws here. Don’t panic—just pour...

Vriniotis Winery is an absolute gem! The view is simply breathtaking, especially near sunset, with a peaceful atmosphere that makes every visit unforgettable. It’s the perfect summer spot, with a pleasantly cool breeze, ideal for enjoying their exceptional wines. The Syrah was outstanding and quickly became one of my favorites, matched only by the impressive Vradiano. The food perfectly complemented the wine, exactly what you’d expect from such a place. We find ourselves coming back every time we want a peaceful moment to relax and take in the stunning scenery. The staff are warm, helpful, and genuinely welcoming, making the whole experience even better. A must-visit for...

We had the wine tasting + tour & it was great. They guide you through 5 wines & serve a cheese plate on the side to summ it up.

I liked that we had time as long as we wanted & could really enjoy each wine & the beautiful view. Big shoutout to our waiter Panos he was just the best & made the evening perfect.

Also in between the wines we had a short tour in the garden and wine cellar. Very interesting was the history about the family & old pictures of the past.

My only suggestion for improvement would be more technical information during the wine tour - how the process of wine making works, why you use the grapes you do, what makes your wine region...