Santorini Wine Tour With Olive Oil Tasting At Santo Wines

Begin your tour in the charming heart of Megalochori village at Gavalas Winery, one of Santorini’s oldest and most respected wine estates. This family-run winery specializes in limited-production wines made from indigenous grape varieties such as Assyrtiko, Aidani, Mandilaria, and Mavrotragano. Discover traditional winemaking techniques passed down through generations and enjoy a guided tasting of 4 carefully selected wines, including the island’s iconic Assyrtiko. A visit to Gavalas offers an authentic glimpse into Santorini’s rich viticultural heritage.

Next, visit Santo Wines, a renowned cooperative winery perched on the cliffs of Pyrgos, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Santorini caldera. Here, you'll enjoy an immersive olive oil tasting, offering a deeper connection to the island’s culture, flavors, and agricultural traditions. In this sensory journey through taste and heritage, you'll discover how volcanic terroir, tradition, and modern technology combine to create products of exceptional quality. The olive oil tasting takes place at their beautiful visitor center. In a setting that harmoniously blends gastronomy, nature, and culture, you’ll be introduced to the story of olive oil on the island—past, present, and future. The experience includes a guided tasting of 3 Santo Roots olive oils, along with one additional variety for comparison. The tasting is accompanied by apple slices and fresh bread, followed by a delicious bruschetta topped with olive oil, tomato paste, and prosciutto.