Book a Winery Tour & Wine Tasting at Karimalis Winery in Ikaria

Overview

This “Winery Tour and Wine Tasting at Karimalis Winery in Ikaria” is a 1.5-hour guided wine experience at the family-run Karimalis Winery & Farmhouse Restaurant in Pigi, western Ikaria. It combines a walk through the vineyard, an introduction to traditional Ikarian winemaking, and a tasting of the winery’s wines accompanied by farm-produced delicacies.

A particularly interesting element is the focus on ancient Pramnios wine and traditional winemaking techniques, with preserved old equipment, storage vessels and the traditional pythostasi on the property.

Experience highlights include

• Guided walk through the Karimalis vineyard
• Introduction to local Ikarian grape varieties
• Tour of the winery and explanation of the winemaking and ageing process
• Learn about the history of ancient Pramnios wine
• See traditional wine-making equipment, including the old press and pythostasi
• Taste the winery's range of wines
• Pair the wines with homemade farm products such as hand-kneaded bread, goat's cheese, fresh vegetables and olives

What’s included

• Vineyard and winery tour
• Wine tasting of the winery's wines
• Local farm-to-table delicacies
• English-speaking presentation/guide
• Taxes and admission fees

What’s not included

• Personal expenses
• Transportation to and from the winery
• Additional food or drinks beyond the tasting experience

Itinerary

The experience begins at Karimalis Winery in Pigi, located approximately 8 km west of Evdilos port.

You first take a relaxed walk through the vineyard, learning about the grape varieties cultivated on the property. The tour then continues inside the winery, where your hosts explain the different stages of Ikarian wine production and ageing.

You'll also see traditional winemaking tools and equipment preserved on the farm and learn about the island's historic connection to Pramnios wine.

The experience concludes with a tasting of the winery's wines, paired with products produced on the farm, including bread, goat's cheese, vegetables and olives.

Who is this experience best for

• Wine lovers interested in Greek and Ikarian wines
• Couples looking for a relaxed afternoon/evening activity
• Travelers interested in local traditions and history
• Foodies who enjoy farm-to-table experiences
• Visitors wanting something more authentic than a standard commercial wine tasting

Insider notes

This is a small-scale, family-style winery experience, rather than a polished luxury wine estate visit. That's actually part of its charm—the experience focuses heavily on Ikarian traditions, family history and local products.

The reviews are generally very positive: Viator currently shows 4.4/5 from 21 reviews, with guests particularly praising the welcoming family atmosphere, knowledgeable guides and beautiful setting. One reviewer specifically mentioned experiencing the tasting at sunset overlooking the sea.

The tour has a maximum of 20 travelers, and the tasting itself is restricted to guests over 18. Children can accompany parents but receive a non-alcoholic drink instead. The experience is also not wheelchair accessible.