Wine Picnic at Boutari Crete Winery

The Boutaris winery in Crete is located on the outskirts of the village of Skalani on the Phantaxometoho estate. Located just 8 km from Heraklion city center and 4 km from the archaeological site of Knossos, it is the jewel of the Archanes viticultural zone.

The Phantaxometoho estate, known as “the priory of phantoms,” owes its name to the efforts of its previous owner to protect it from pirate raids by spreading rumors that ghosts haunt the estate.

The winery is open to the public and has a complete range of services for visitors. 

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION

A Wine Picnic in a scenic setting, watching the endless vineyards of Scalarea Estate is a real treat for you and your loved ones. The team of Genuine Experience in collaboration with Scalarea Estate has created an exclusive experience only for the visitors of our winery.

We have created a beautiful pop-up scene to enhance your Gastronomy Picnic, where you will experience a selection of local premium Wines and a Collection of Artisan Local Cheese, Cured Cold Cuts, and Cretan delicacies. All you have to do is, pick your basket which will be given to you at the winery packed with all the goods of our land.

Our Certified Sommeliers will show you how to taste wine as an Expert step by step, and you will get to know the Cretan vineyard in depth. We will share with you stories about the Cretan Culture, our Vineyards, and the History of our island.

Highlights

• Winery Tour
• A setting in a unique spot of Scalarea estate
• A Selection 4 local Premium Wines
• Platter of Local Artisan Cheese, Cured Cold Cuts and Cretan Delicacies
• Private Wine Tasting