A pioneering example of wine tourism in Greece, Katogi Averoff Hotel opened in 2008, combining the world of wine with art and warm hospitality in a natural environment of extraordinary beauty.
Divided into red and white, similarly to our wines, the 15 hotel rooms overlook the winery, or the scenic Metsovo landscape, are elegantly furnished with all modern amenities. Wine-filled glasses, works of art hanging in every room, scent of grape, lit fireplaces, smiling faces – all contribute to the hotel’s atmosphere. Discreet luxury and contemporary design welcome our guests, where local architecture elements fuse with Mediterranean elegance. The hotel restaurant offers exquisite culinary experiences based on local cuisine, showcasing locally sourced ingredients and enhancing your wine enjoyment by proposing expert pairings with Katogi wines.
Discover Katogi Averoff history and wines
Duration
1-1.5 hours
Group size
Up to 30 people
Type
Wine tasting
Language
English - US, Greek
The Experience
Enjoy a guided tour – a unique, multimedia-rich initiation into the world of wine, the history of Katogi Averoff and the winemaking process – as well as an exciting opportunity to admire the extensive range of art installations on site.
Your Itinerary
Guided tour
The winery is equipped with all the contemporary equipment required for producing and bottling wine. Its cellars can boast over 1200 oak barrels in which our red wines mature. A guided tour of the winery employs a range of audio-visual media to offer the visitor an original introduction to wine production and the history of the winery, and is rounded off with tastings of a selection of Katogi Averoff wines.
Wine Tasting
We invite you to join us for a specially designed tour of the cellars where you can learn the wine making process and the history of our wines.
Our guided tour lasts 60 minutes and includes :
- A visit to the cellars of our winery led by our specially trained guide and through a theatrical scenery with photos, videos and slides.
- Wine tasting in our unique wine bar.
- The tour is concluded at the Wine Shop where the guests can choose from a variety of our wines and local products.
Wine Shop
Limited production wines, tsipouro and many other gift ideas
Wine tasting editions
The New Age
The "New Age" flight includes Inima wines, the wines that launched a new era at Katogi Averoff winery. Four different labels, based on Greek indigenous grape varieties, under the name "Inima" which in Metsovo's local Vlach dialect, means "heart/soul".
The Limited Edition
The "Limited Edition" flight includes three limited production wines from Greece's highest vineyards in Metsovo. "Alba - Rossiu di Munte" in Vlach dialect means "White - Red of the Mountains".
Alba di Munte – White (Traminer)
Flogero Averoff – Red (Merlot)
Rossiu di Munte – Yiniets (Cabernet Sauvignon)
The Katogi Averoff Experience
"The Katogi Averoff Experience" flight with five different labels represents the range of our wines. From the iconic and classic Katogi Averoff Red to the new age "Inima" wines and the limited production "Rossiu di Munte Yiniets". Enjoy the experience.
General Information
All prices include the Winery Tour as well as all taxes.
The temperature of the cellars is quite low (12 - 14°C). Thus, it is highly recommended to be dressed accordingly.
All tasting wines are subject to availability.
Tasting glass: 50 ml.
Finger food is also available at additional cost. Prior notice required.
Guests can purchase wines and various wine enthusiast accessories at the Winery Boutique.
Inclusions
Wine Tasting (Book in advance)
Wine Tour
Exclusions
Food
Policies
Cancellation: enable before 0 day(s)
The winery is open daily 10am – 4pm. Last tour starts at 3pm.
Metsovo
Metsovo is a picturesque Vlach village of unique architecture and ambiance in the Pindus mountain range. A region of spectacular natural beauty, with forests, rivers and rare fauna and flora, Metsovo has a rich and long history, a sophisticated gastronomy and complex cultural identity, showcased in the exhibitions and events of the Evangelos Averoff Art Gallery and the Metsovo Museum of Folk Art.
The vineyard
The Yiniets vineyards are Greece’s highest (950–1050m above sea level). On the slopes of Mount Pindus the seasons unfold at their own pace, and the vines take their time ripening.
Yiniets (the Vlach word for vineyard) is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Traminer, Syrah, as well as the region’s lesser-known indigenous varieties, such as Vlachiko, Gudaba and Pyknoassa.
Things To Do Near By
Averoff Gardens
The Averoff Gardens are filled with trees and plants that represent the flora of the Pindos Mountains and in the centre is the church of St George Metsovo Folk Art Museum
A traditional 19th century mansion, decorated in the style of the period including local handicraft, wood carvings, hand-woven rugs, traditional costumes, collections of jewelry, bronze and silverware, swords and rifles. Averoff Gallery
The E.Averoff Gallery is a museum of modern Greek art. It consists of paintings, sculptures, drawings and engraving by Greek artists of the 19th and 20th century. Aoos Springs Lake
Aoos Lake is a beautiful artificial lake at an altitude of 1350 meters, in the heart of Pindos mountains. $12.00 /people
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