The winery
Grampsas
Lagopodo is a family-run winery on the island of Zacinto (Zakynthos), focused on showcasing local indigenous grape varieties and on wine tourism hospitality (tastings and a restaurant).
- Zakynthos (Isole Ionie) · Grecia
- Since 2011
- 1 product
The story
The Grampsas family vineyards have long been established on the island; brothers Christos and Tassos transformed the family business into a modern winery in 2011, developing wines dedicated to local varieties and gradually opening visitor and dining facilities.
Production philosophy
They aim to rediscover and highlight Zacinto's native grape varieties, with a focus on wine quality and the visitor experience.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the semi-mountainous village of Lagopodo, at the foot of Mount Vrachionas on the island of Zakynthos, the winery works with vineyards spread across the island and offers wines representative of the Zakynthos region.
Awards and recognition
The winery has earned medals at national and international competitions, received recognition at the Decanter World Wine Awards and the Berliner Wein Trophy, and achieved placements of labels such as Verdea in rankings and selections of Greek wines.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Augoustiatis
- Goustolidi
- Pavlos
- Skiadopoulos
- Robola
- Bottles per year
- 80000
What makes it distinctive
- Specialization and revival of the indigenous varieties of Zakynthos.
- Well-established wine tourism experiences: guided tastings, premium packages and an on-site restaurant.
- Reported annual production: approximately 80,000 bottles.
- Awards and medals won at national and international competitions for various labels.
