Peza Private Wine Tour in Crete

Enjoy an exclusive private wine experience in the Peza wine region of Heraklion, the largest and most prestigious winemaking area in Crete.

Guided by a local WSET Level 3 Wine Sommelier, this relaxed and educational tour introduces you to Crete’s indigenous grape varieties, organic wines, and traditional gastronomy. Learn professional tasting techniques, train your palate, and discover how terroir shapes every glass.

Award-winning organic wines are paired with authentic Cretan delicacies, creating a sensory journey through flavor, aroma, and culture.

Organic Wineries, Wine Tasting & Cretan Gastronomy

After pickup from your hotel, you will travel toward the Peza wine region. Along the way, your Sommelier shares insights into Crete’s ancient wine history, unique terroir, and modern Cretan lifestyle.

First Winery Visit – Organic Family Estate

Meet the winemaker and explore the underground cellar of a family-run organic winery. Enjoy a relaxed brunch-style tasting featuring:

• 5 organic wines
• Extra virgin organic olive oil
• Local cheeses
• Croutons and cherry tomatoes

Learn how organic viticulture is practiced in Crete and how each wine expresses the land it comes from.

Medieval Wine Press & Scenic Viewpoint

Next, visit a medieval wine press located on a hill near Alagni village. From this panoramic viewpoint, admire sweeping views from inland Heraklion to the Cretan Sea while breathing in the aromas of wild island herbs.

Your guide explains traditional winemaking methods and how they connect to modern vinification practices.

Second Winery & Vineyard Lunch Experience

Continue to a second family-owned winery, where you will tour the vineyards and cellar before enjoying a food and wine pairing lunch beside the vines.

Savor seasonal Cretan dishes prepared with:

• Local vegetables and wild greens
• Artisan cheeses
• Traditional meats
• Extra virgin olive oil and aromatic herbs

Taste 6 premium wines made from indigenous grape varieties. Your Sommelier will guide you through aroma recognition, wine structure, and balance, helping you understand each wine’s character and depth.

What Makes This Experience Special

• Private guided tour with WSET Level 3 Sommelier
• Visits to two organic, family-run wineries
• Professional wine tasting instruction
• Medieval wine press exploration
• Vineyard lunch with food and wine pairing
• Authentic Cretan gastronomy
• Hotel pickup and return