Wineries near Limassol

Near Limassol, in the Troodos Mountains and the surrounding villages, there are wineries where you can come for wine tasting and wine purchases. This list includes 6 wineries with contact details and visitor hours (usually Mon—Sat, daytime hours). Example tasting prices: at Vlassides, a 2-hour tour with tasting costs from 45–55 EUR per person, while at Zambartas the basic tasting costs 7.5 EUR.

• Vlassides Winery
• Zambartas Winery
• Tsiakkas Winery
• Ktima Gerolemo Winery
• Kyperounda Winery
• Oenou Yi Winery
• Frequently Asked Questions

The fertile mountain slopes with vineyards are located relatively close to Limassol. Accordingly, there are quite a few wineries here that you can visit on the weekend. Below is a brief summary of opening hours and contact details.

Vlassides Winery

Sophocles Vlassides founded Vlassides Winery in 1998 between the village of Koilani and the village of Vouni. The vineyards, whose altitude ranges from 700 to 1100 meters above sea level, are located in the area of the village of Kilani, south of Troodos.

Vlassides wines have received awards at wine competitions, including the Thessaloniki Wine Competition 2004 (Cabernet Sauvignon 2000), Brussels Wine Competition 2006 (Shiraz 2003), and the Cyprus Wine Competition 2008 (Shiraz 2006).

• Visitor hours: Mon — Sat, from 11:00 to 16:00
• Website: vlassideswinery.com
• Phone: +357 97 789560
• Location on the map

Zambartas Winery

The winery was founded in 2006 by Akis Zambartas, who, during his career as an oenologist at KEO, rediscovered 12 local grape varieties. Among them are Maratheftiko, Lefkada, Promara, Spourtiko, and Yannoudi.

Today, the legacy is continued by his son Marcos, a winemaker educated in Australia, who runs the winery together with his wife Marlene.

• Visitor hours: Mon — Sat, from 10:00 to 17:00
• Website: zambartaswineries.com
• Phone: +357 25 942424
• Location on the map

Tsiakkas Winery

Tsiakkas Winery was founded in 1988 and is located in Pelendri, in the Pitsilia area of the Limassol district. The vineyards are located in the same area. Cold winters and cool rainless summers combined with volcanic soils contribute to low yields, which are important for producing quality grapes.

The wines are produced from international and local grape varieties. The winery also produces Commandaria and Zivania.

• Visitor hours: Mon — Sat, from 10:00 to 16:00 (from May to October: from 11:00 to 17:00)
• Website: tsiakkaswinery.com
• Phone: +357 99 244795
• Location on the map

Ktima Gerolemo Winery

Ktima Gerolemo Winery is located about 1 kilometer north of the village of Omodos at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level, in the center of the wine-growing region. Visitors are given a tour of the family-run winery and are told about the principles of organic vine growing and wine production. Tastings and snacks are usually available.

• Visitor hours: Mon — Sat, from 11:00 to 15:00
• Website: ktimagerolemo.com
• Phone: +357 99 696025
• Location on the map

Kyperounda Winery

Kyperounda Winery is located in the village of Kyperounda (Limassol region). The four-hectare vineyard is located at an altitude of 1400 meters above sea level. The grape varieties include Xynisteri, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

The underground cellar holds 250 oak barrels of 225 liters each, in which Kyperounda wine matures.

• Visitor hours: Mon — Fri, from 09:00 to 15:30
• Website: kyperoundawinery.com
• Phone: +357 25 532043
• Location on the map

Oenou Yi Winery

The modern «Oenou Yi» winery combines high-tech equipment and tradition. It is located among vineyards at an altitude of 800 to 1060 meters (Mount Afamis). Over time, the rocky soils give the wine mineral notes and bright acidity.

• Visitor hours: Mon — Sat, from 10:00 to 18:00
• Website: oenouyiwine.com
• Phone: +357 25 446000
• Location on the map

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do wine tastings cost?

It depends on the program. For example, at Vlassides Winery, a 2-hour tour with tasting costs from 45–55 EUR per person, while at Zambartas the basic tasting costs 7.5 EUR.

Is Commandaria served here?

Yes, for example at Zambartas, Ktima Gerolemo, Oenou Yi, and Tsiakkas. More about the dessert wine Commandaria: where you can buy it and how it is produced.

Are there wine routes in the Republic of Cyprus?

The Cyprus Tourism Organization has developed 7 wine routes that collectively cover more than 50 local wineries. More details: wineries of the Republic of Cyprus.

Do I need to book a tasting in advance?

For tours and extended tastings, advance booking is usually required. The most reliable way is to check the conditions on the website of the chosen winery or by phone before your trip.