Douloufakis Estate – Dafnes, Heraklion Crete
Intro
Douloufakis Estate is located in Dafnes, Heraklion, at the heart of the PDO Dafnes wine region.
Estate
Its history begins in 1930 with Dimitris Douloufakis, while its current dynamic path is due to Nikos Douloufakis, who took over in 1993, bringing new life with equipment modernization and cultivation restructuring.
Vineyards
The estate has approximately 200 stremmas of privately owned vineyards at an altitude of 350–450 m, with an additional 250 stremmas from partner producers. The vineyards have been organically certified since 2001. Varieties include indigenous ones such as Vidiano, Vilana, Moschato Spinas, Malvasia, Mandilari, Liatiko, and Kotsifali, as well as international ones like Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, and Syrah. Nikos Douloufakis emphasizes the indigenous Vidiano variety, combining Cretan tradition with modern techniques. He experiments with amphorae, sparkling wines, and innovative winemaking methods, always respecting the terroir and the environment. Notable whites include Enotria, Dafnios, Femina, Aspros Lagos, Epoch, Alargo, Douloufakis Sauvignon Blanc, and the sparkling Sparkling Vidiano. Notable reds include Enotria, Dafnios, Alargo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Liatiko, and the distinctive Amphora Vidiano.
Tourism
The winery is open to visitors, offering organized tours of the vineyards and facilities, tastings, and experiences that connect wine with Cretan gastronomy.
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