A compact, coastal tasting that follows 3,500 years of Greek grapecraft — eight native wines, one focused flight

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A compact, coastal tasting that follows 3,500 years of Greek grapecraft — eight native wines, one focused flight

A focused 1.5-hour tasting that presents seven dry wines plus a dessert pour from small Greek producers to illustrate the country's indigenous varieties.

A compact, coastal tasting that follows 3,500 years of Greek grapecraft — eight native wines, one focused flight.

Duration
1.5 hour
Location
Malia
Operator
Avli Malia restaurant
Category
Winery
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Embark on a curated tour of Greece’s winemaking heritage: a tasting flight of eight varieties that highlights indigenous grapes such as Assirtiko and Xinomavro, with selections drawn from small producers and framed as seven dry wines plus one dessert wine.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE VARIETIES

Indigenous grapes up close

Taste signature Greek varieties — from the mineral clarity of Assirtiko to the structure of Xinomavro — presented to show how native grapes express terroir across the country.

THE PRODUCERS

Small-producer selections

All eight pours are chosen from small producers across Greece’s principal wine regions, a deliberate focus that surfaces diversity and craftsmanship rather than mass production.

THE FLIGHT

Seven dry wines plus a dessert finale

The flight is composed of seven dry wines and one dessert wine, each served in measured 40 ml pours to let you compare styles and structure across varieties.

What the day feels like

What the tasting feels like

This is an intimate, guided tasting that parcels eight distinct expressions into a single session: a thoughtful progression of seven dry wines capped by a dessert wine, designed to reveal Greece’s indigenous varieties and the small producers who keep those traditions alive.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tasting suits — and who it excludes.

1
Adults & CouplesWell suited — the experience is for adults (18 and over).
2
Wine EnthusiastsA compact tasting that will appeal to enthusiasts wanting a curated overview of Greek indigenous varieties, provided they meet the 18+ requirement.
3
Families with childrenNot suitable for minors — the tasting is restricted to participants aged 18 and older.
4
Adult GroupsAppropriate for groups of adults looking for a concise, guided exploration of Greek wines, subject to the 18+ rule.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

The tasting runs approximately 1.5 hours.

What to Bring

Tastes are served in 40 ml pours per glass; no special gear required for the tasting itself.

Logistics

Meeting point is Avli Malia restaurant — 2, Agiou Ioannou str, 70007, Malia.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tasting?

The tasting lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

Where do we meet?

At Avli Malia restaurant, 2 Agiou Ioannou street, 70007, Malia.

How many wines are included?

Eight wines in total: seven dry wines plus one dessert wine.

Are the wines from large producers or small producers?

Selections are from small producers across Greece’s best wine-producing regions.

Is there an age restriction?

Yes — participants must be 18 years or older.