For those eager to sharpen their wine-tasting skills – to master the swirl, capture subtle aromas and decode hidden flavors – there’s no better classroom than the source itself. Across the country, visitor-friendly wineries are not only places of leisure but also hubs of learning. With classic tastings, guided pairings, wine-themed meals, vineyard picnics, seminars and behind-the-scenes tours of cellars and production areas, these estates bring the story of Greek wine to life.

From the owners of spectacular properties with dramatic visitor centers – such as Venetsanos Winery, perched on the edge of Santorini’s caldera – to winemakers at intimate boutique estates such as Kourkoulou in Rethymno, Garalis on Lemnos or Pontiglio on Corfu, Greece abounds with welcoming vintners eager to share their craft. We’ve handpicked 30 Greek estates that offer memorable, immersive wine experiences.

Vassaltis Vineyards, Santorini

Here you’ll find Kalupi, a super-limited-edition red wine, available exclusively on-site. Peripheral Road, Vourvoulos, Santorini, Tel. (+30) 22860.222.11

Ktima Kir-Yianni, Naoussa & Amyntaio

Enjoy wine tastings at both of the winery’s locations and fine dining at the estate’s exceptional restaurant in Giannakochori. Giannakochori, Naoussa, Tel. (+30) 23320.511.00; Agios Panteleimon, Amyntaio, Tel. (+30) 23860.611.85

Domaine Skouras, Argos

Tour the impressive cellar at Domaine Skouras, home to 1,000 barrels. 10th km Argos-Sterna Road, Malandreni, Tel. (+30) 27510.236.88

Ktima Gerovassiliou, Epanomi

The estate’s corkscrew museum boasts over 3,000 items, some dating back to the 18th century. Epanomi, Thessaloniki, Tel. (+30) 23920.445.67

Mercouri Estate, Korakochori

One of the country’s loveliest estates, with lush vegetation and a historic mansion at its heart. Korakochori, Pyrgos, Ilia, Tel. (+30) 26210.416.01

Alpha Estate, Amyntaio

Follow the footpath to the charming barrel room. 2nd km Amyntaio-Agios Panteleimon Road, Amyntaio, Tel. (+30) 23860.201.11

Wine Art Estate (Ktima Techni Oinou), Drama

Explore an underground tunnel that’s been transformed into a impressive wine cellar. Mikrochori, Drama, Tel. (+30) 25210.836.26

Volacus, Tinos

Enjoy a tasting in a lunar-like landscape, with grapevines growing in between giant granite boulders. Gardarì, Falatados, Tinos, Tel. (+30) 697,848.5671

Rouvalis Winery, Aigialeia

Sip a delightful Mountain Roditis as you look out over the Corinthian Gulf. Selinous, Aigio, Tel. (+30) 26910.294.15

Avantis Estate, Evia

In addition to its fine wines, the estate also produces grape-based cosmetics. Mytikas, Evia, Tel. (+30) 22210.553.50

Domaine Sigalas, Santorini

Enjoy a traditional meal at the vineyard’s edge. Baxedes, Oia, Santorini, Tel. (+30) 22860.716.44

Lyrarakis Winery, Heraklion

Have a picnic, with wine, right in the middle of the vineyard. Alagni, Heraklion, Crete, Tel. (+30) 698.105.0681

Chatzivaritis Estate, Goumenissa

Call ahead for a tasting – and ask when the brass band is playing! 1st km Filyria-Giannitsa Road, Goumenissa, Tel. (+30) 2310.215.259

Domaine Costa Lazaridi, Drama & Kapandriti

While you’re picking up some wine, stock up on their premium vinegars, too. Adriani, Drama, Tel. (+30) 25210.822.31; 2nd km Kapandriti-Kalamos Road, Kapandriti, Tel. (+30) 22950.522.13

Gaia Wines, Santorini

Meet the producers of one of the world’s rare underwater wines, the Thalassitis Submerged. Vrakhies, Exo Gonia, Perivolia, Santorini, Tel. (+30) 22860.341.86

Pavlidis Estate, Drama

Enjoy a memorable tasting in a unique underground setting. Kokkinogeia, Drama, Tel. (+30) 25210.583.00

Estate Argyros, Santorini

Run by one of Santorini’s oldest winemaking families, this winery has been active since 1903. Episkopi Gonia, Santorini, Tel. (+30) 22860.314.89

Mega Spileo Estate, Kalavryta

Take part in an iconic six-wine tasting on a terrace belonging to a historic monastic vineyard. Pounta-Kalavryta Provincial Road, Kalavryta, Tel. (+30) 26910-71.555

Semeli Estate, Nemea

Book a suite and spend a night in the heart of the Nemea vineyards. Koutsi, Nemea, Tel. (+30) 27460.203.60

Domaine Papagiannakos, Attica

Taste and compare multiple expressions of the Savatiano grape variety. Pousi Kalogeri, Markopoulo, Tel. (+30) 22990.252.06

Manousakis Winery, Hania

Sign up for an off-road safari through the Vatolakkos vineyards. Vatolakkos, Hania, Crete, Tel. (+30) 28210.787.87

Mikra Thira, Thirasia

The first winery on Thirasia boasts striking architecture. Thirasia, Santorini, Tel. (+30) 22860.292.92

OENO P, Santorini

Enjoy rare wines crafted by Paris Sigalas, patriarch of Santorini’s Assyrtiko, at the sea’s edge. Baxedes, Oia, Santorini, Tel. (+30) 698.641.0195

Katogi Averoff, Metsovo

Stay in the estate’s traditional guesthouse, right next door to the winery, and live the full wine experience. Metsovo, Tel. (+30) 26560.425.05

Gentilini, Kefalonia

Taste wine straight from the barrel together with owner Petros Markantonatos. Minies, Kefalonia, Tel. (+30) 26710-41.618

Tselepos Estate, Arcadia

The ewstate’s signature Old Vintage Wine Tasting features outstanding labels from past decades – a true must. Rizes, Arcadia, Tel. (+30) 2710.544.440

Vryniotis Winery, Evia

Discover the ultra-rare Vradianó grape in a unique varietal bottling. Yialtra Aidipsos, Evia, Tel. (+30) 22260.324.29

Domaine Hatzimichalis, Atalanti

Tour the estate’s vineyards in the Atalanti Valley, located beneath majestic Mt Parnassos. Choulevaina, Atalanti, Tel. (+30) 22330.231.72

Moraitis Estate, Paros

Enjoy a glass of Monemvasia at one of the country’s oldest wineries, in operation since 1910. Naoussa, Paros, Tel. (+30) 22840.513.50

Tetramythos Winery, Ano Diakopto

Try one of Greece’s most distinctive, finely crafted retsinas. 8th km Pounta-Kalavryta Road, Ano Diakopto, Tel. (+30) 26910.975.00

This article originally appeared in Gastronomos.