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Saturday, February 27: [17:00-21:00] For wine enthusiasts and professionals
📅Sunday, February 28: [11:00-20:00] For wine enthusiasts and professionals
📅Monday, March 1: [12:00-18:00] For professionals
Once again, Cretan wine showcases eleven indigenous varieties, seven PDO zones, six PGI zones, and 27 wineries. Wine professionals and enthusiasts are invited for tastings and wine discussions.
You’ll have the unique opportunity to taste over 500 wines from Cretan and international varieties, both new and aged vintages, and meet the people behind the labels. Discover Vidiano, Liatiko, Thrapsathiri, Romeiko, Vilana, and other treasures of the Cretan Vineyard.
PARALLEL EVENTS
Saturday, February 27, 2026
Students from IEK AKMI Heraklion will prepare and serve cold dishes perfectly paired with Cretan wine varieties!
Don’t miss this delightful fusion of flavors and aromas, showcasing the creativity of the next generation of culinary professionals and the richness of Crete’s wine heritage.
Sunday, February 28, 2026
13:00 – 15:00 | Seminar: The Secrets of Wine Tasting
Unlock the art of wine tasting with sommelier Michalis Alexandris. Dive into the unique varieties and wine styles of the Cretan vineyard, as featured in the “OiNotika” Cretan Wine Exhibition.
Who is it for?
– Wine lovers and enthusiasts.
– Hospitality professionals eager to expand their expertise.
Entrance Fee: €10 (Event ticket required).
17:00 – 19:00 | Seminar: Basic Principles of Wine Service
Learn the essentials of wine service from sommelier Michalis Alexandris. Discover how to serve wine like a pro and explore the rich wine culture of Crete.
Who is it for?
– Service professionals seeking to refine their skills.
– Anyone with a passion for wine.
Entrance Fee: €10 (Event ticket required).
Monday, March 1, 2026
19:00 – 21:00 | “Cretan Wine in Restaurants: Present and Future”
Join a thought-provoking discussion with Crete’s top sommeliers on practical issues, fresh ideas, challenges, and solutions related to the role of Cretan wine in the restaurant industry.
The panel discussion will be moderated by sommelier Iro Koliakoudaki, Dip.WSET.
Panel Members (in alphabetical order):
- Michalis Alexandris – Kouzineri Restaurant
- Stella Diomantaraki – Sterja Restaurant
- Giorgos Badogiannis – Alibertos Restaurant
- Charalampos Bembelakis – Elounda Beach Hotel
- Giannis Papadomanolakis – Eleven Restaurant
Who is it for?
This event is tailored for professionals in Cretan hospitality and winemaking.
Ticket Prices
TICKET PRICES – (includes a commemorative tasting glass and a notebook)
🎟️ Advance ticket sales via more.com: €8. Single entry for wine enthusiasts and professionals
🎟️ On-site purchase: €10. Single entry for wine enthusiasts and professionals
🎟️ Student ticket (with valid student ID): €6
