Michalakis Estate
Intro
Michalakis Estate is located in Partheni, Heraklion, built on a hill and surrounded by its privately owned vineyards, offering panoramic views and a sense of harmony with the environment. Since the early 1960s, the Michalakis family has continued a tradition in winemaking, linking the production of quality wines with the cultural identity of Cretan cuisine.
Estate
Since the early 1960s, the Michalakis family has continued a tradition in winemaking. The estate spans approximately 450 stremmas of mountainous vineyards, on land historically connected to the Monastery of Saint George Epanosifis.
Vineyards
The estate spans approximately 450 stremmas of mountainous vineyards. Indigenous and international varieties are cultivated: Assyrtiko, Vidiano, Dafni, Vilana, Plyto, Kotsifali, Mandilari, Moschato Spinas, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Chardonnay. Notable labels: Gold Cuvée White & Red, Thése Limited Edition, Kotsifali, Dafni 2021, Vidiano 2021, Thése Kotsifali–Syrah Rosé 2021, Chardonnay.
Tourism
The winery is open to visitors and features a tasting room with organized facilities for guests. It is part of the e-paithros agritourism network.