From the emblematic Château de Chambord 🇫🇷, the @francsdepied Association, of which we are proud founding members, announces the creation of certification for wines produced from ungrafted vines.

Three years ago, among the hills of Porto Rafti, we discovered something rare: Mrs. Chasioti’s vineyard, passed down through generations and preserved on its own roots. Perhaps the only vineyard in Greece with ungrafted Savatiano. The moment we found it, we felt deeply moved, as if we had touched a living piece of history.

In the latest episode of the “Wine, simply put” series by LiFO, the hosts Iro Koliakoudaki DipWSET and Panagiotis Orfanidis welcome back Spyros Zoumpoulis, who shares his impressions from this year’s harvest across Greece and Cyprus – a vintage of outstanding quality, yet challenging for growers.

Every harvest brings its own challenges and its own stories. In Andros, at the Ypsilou vineyard of Kourtesis Winery, this year’s Mavrotragano led us to a double harvest.

We’re proud to share that our very own Spyros Zoumboulis was recently featured on the Cork Talk Podcast — hosted by the internationally acclaimed Master of Wine, Tim Atkin.

In today's world, sustainability is often presented as a trend or a necessity. But for us, it’s something much deeper: a daily practice, the foundation of our philosophy in both vineyard management and winemaking consultancy.

The beginning of fruit set marks a transitional yet crucial phase in the vineyard’s annual cycle. It’s the time when the first signs of harvest quietly emerge — and the grower is called to read them carefully.

Spring returns, bringing with it the magic of renewal.

In the heart of Naxos, among timeless traditions and untamed beauty, a story of resilience, heritage, and dedication is unfolding.

The birth of a vineyard is a process that requires foresight, care, and a deep understanding of the land.