Wine & Olive Oil Tasting Combo at Vassilakis Estate

 Nestled in the breathtaking Mirambello Valley, Vassilakis Estate is a hidden gem just a short drive from Heraklion, Agios Nikolaos, and Elounda. Easily accessible yet immersed in nature, our estate offers an authentic Cretan experience.

For over 150 years, our family has been crafting exceptional extra virgin olive oil with passion and expertise. One of the first to establish an olive press in the region, we’ve upheld sustainable and traditional practices since 1865.

Manolis & Niki Vassilakis continue the tradition, passing down their knowledge to the next generation—teaching their granddaughters the art of olive harvesting.

Olive Mill Tour and Olive Oil Tasting

• Cretan Olive Oil Tasting: Begin with a guided tasting of Vassilakis Estate’s premium Cretan olive oils using professional evaluation methodology
• Cretan Wine Tasting: Continue with a comprehensive tasting of Cretan wines — Vidiano, Kotsifali, Mandilari and more — exploring the island’s rich viticultural diversity
• Combined Food Pairing: Discover how Cretan olive oil and Cretan wine interact with local food products — a complete sensory exploration of Crete‘s extraordinary terroir

Each summer, we welcome thousands of visitors from around the world. Due to popular demand, we now offer seven immersive guided tours and exclusive tasting experiences—a journey through history, tradition, and flavor.

Come and experience the heart of Crete through its most cherished treasure: olive oil.