Athens: Santorini Wine Tasting at Brettos Bar in Plaka

Unlock the secrets of Santorini’s acclaimed wines with an intimate tasting session at Brettos Bar in Plaka, Athens. This 40-minute experience invites you to savor five exquisite terroir wines crafted from the Assyrtiko grape, exploring the island’s unique microclimate and volcanic soil. Guided by an English-speaking expert, you’ll explore the rich winemaking tradition of this captivating Greek island. With limited spots available, this is an exclusive opportunity to uncover the enchanting flavors that have made Santorini a renowned wine destination.

Key Points

• A 40-minute wine tasting experience at Brettos Bar in Plaka, Athens, featuring five terroir wines from the Assyrtiko grape.
• Guided by an English-speaking instructor, the tasting includes oak-aged, unoaked, and Vinsanto wines, showcasing Santorini’s winemaking tradition.
• Priced at $42.69 per person, with a "reserve now & pay later" option and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
• The intimate small group setting ensures a personalized experience, with hotel transfers to and from the venue provided.
• Santorini’s unique microclimate and volcanic soil produce a diverse range of wines, including those with high acidity and vibrant minerality.

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Activity Overview

The Santorini Wine Tasting at Brettos Bar in Plaka, Athens, is a 40-minute experience that welcomes a small group of up to 10 participants.

A 40-minute wine tasting experience at Brettos Bar in Plaka, Athens, for a small group of up to 10 participants.

During this tasting, an English-speaking instructor guides visitors through a sampling of five terroir wines from the Assyrtiko grape grown in Santorini’s unique microclimate.

The wines showcased range from oak-aged to unaged, produced at different times of day, as well as the world-class sweet Vinsanto.

This intimate tasting allows guests to discover the distinct characteristics of Santorini’s renowned winemaking tradition in a cozy, welcoming setting.

Pricing and Reservation

The Santorini Wine Tasting at Brettos Bar is priced from $42.69 per person.

Participants can reserve a spot without paying today, taking advantage of the "Reserve now & pay later" option. If plans change, there’s no need to worry – this experience offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

The small group is limited to 10 guests, ensuring an intimate and personalized tasting. Interested travelers can check availability and meeting point details on the booking page.

With flexible scheduling and hassle-free reservation policies, this Santorini wine experience is easy to fit into any Athens itinerary.

Unique Wine Characteristics

Santorini’s Assyrtiko grape grows in a unique microclimate that produces a remarkable range of wines.

This versatile grape can be transformed into oak-aged, unoaked, and even nighttime-produced varieties.

Santorini’s crown jewel is its world-class Vinsanto, a sweet wine made from sun-dried grapes.

These terroir-driven wines showcase Santorini’s distinct volcanic soil and climate, resulting in complex flavors and crisp acidity.

Tasters will sample five of these captivating wines during the tasting, gaining insight into the diversity of this singular wine region.

Included Amenities

The wine tasting includes five wines from Santorini for participants to sample. Along With the wine tasting, the experience includes hotel transfer to and from the venue. Food and extra drinks are not included in the price.

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Meeting Information

Travelers can check availability for starting times of the Santorini Wine Tasting at Brettos Bar.

The meeting point is available on Google Maps, making it easy to find. The tasting lasts 40 minutes and is limited to small groups of 10 participants.

The tasting takes place in small groups of 10 and lasts 40 minutes, with the meeting point easily accessible on Google Maps.

An English-speaking instructor guides the tasting, ensuring an informative and engaging experience. Reservations can be made without payment, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance.

This wine tasting offers a unique opportunity to explore the distinctive flavors of Santorini’s renowned Assyrtiko grape in the heart of Athens.

Exploring Santorini’s Terroir

Santorini’s unique microclimate produces an exceptional range of wines from the Assyrtiko grape. This includes:

1. Oak-aged whites with complex flavors

2. Unaged, bright and zesty whites

3. Vinsanto, a world-class sweet wine

4. Nighttime-produced whites with high acidity

The Assyrtiko grape thrives in Santorini’s volcanic soil and intense sunlight. This creates a distinctive terroir, yielding wines with vibrant minerality, citrus notes, and a signature salinity.

Winemakers leverage this special environment to craft a diverse array of terroir-driven wines, each showcasing the island’s unique character.

The Assyrtiko Grape: A Unique Microclimate

One of Santorini’s most distinctive features is its microclimate, which has uniquely shaped the island’s renowned Assyrtiko grape.

Santorini’s volcanic soil, maritime breezes, and intense sunlight create exceptional growing conditions. The Assyrtiko grape thrives in this harsh environment, producing wines with intense minerality, citrus notes, and refreshing acidity.

This versatile varietal can be vinified in various styles, from crisp, unoaked whites to rich, oak-aged expressions and even world-class sweet Vinsanto.

The Assyrtiko’s distinctive character reflects Santorini’s captivating terroir, making it a standout among Greece’s wine offerings.

A Taste of Santorini at Brettos Bar

Visitors to Athens can enjoy the flavors of Santorini at Brettos Bar in the historic Plaka neighborhood.

Visitors to Athens can enjoy the flavors of Santorini at Brettos Bar in the historic Plaka neighborhood.

This 40-minute wine tasting showcases five terroir wines from Santorini’s unique microclimate. The small-group experience, limited to 10 participants, allows for an intimate and educational session led by an English-speaking instructor.

The tasting includes:

1. Oak-aged Assyrtiko

2. Unaged Assyrtiko

3. Nighttime production wine

4. World-class Vinsanto sweet wine

With the option to reserve now and pay later, and free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, this Santorini wine tasting is a convenient and hassle-free way to explore the island’s renowned vintages.

Things To Know

How Long Is the Wine Tasting Tour?

The wine tasting tour lasts 40 minutes. It’s a small group experience limited to 10 participants, with an English-speaking instructor guiding the tasting of five Santorini wines.

What Other Activities Are Available at Brettos Bar?

Brettos Bar offers a range of activities beyond the wine tasting, including cocktail-making classes, live music performances, and a selection of Greek appetizers. Guests can enjoy the historic atmosphere and extensive collection of spirits and wines.

Is Transportation Provided Back to the Hotel?

Hotel transfer is included in the wine tasting experience. Participants will be transported back to their hotel after the 40-minute tasting at Brettos Bar.

Can We Purchase the Wines Tasted During the Event?

Participants can purchase the wines tasted during the Santorini wine tasting event. However, the event does not include transportation back to the hotel or any food and extra drinks beyond the wine tasting itself.

Is the Wine Tasting Suitable for Vegetarians or Vegans?

The wine tasting does not appear to offer any vegetarian or vegan-specific options. However, as the wines themselves are typically not animal-based, vegetarians and vegans should be able to participate in the tasting.

Sum Up

Discover the essence of Santorini’s winemaking heritage with a captivating wine tasting at Brettos Bar in Athens’ Plaka district. Savor five exceptional Assyrtiko wines, including oak-aged and Vinsanto varieties, as an expert guide unveils the island’s unique terroir and microclimate. This intimate 40-minute experience offers a delightful journey into the rich flavors that have made Santorini a celebrated wine destination.

You can check availability for your dates here: