TRANAMPELO

The Vineyard

History

Dating back over 200 years to the early 1800’s, Tranampelo vineyard is located in a region of the island that was traditionally known as ‘Trana Ampelia’ (or ‘Great Vines’) due to the intensity of wine making activities in that particular area of Glinado, Naxos. A family ancestor, nicknamed “Kaloeros” was well-known among the local community as the last wine producer at Trana Ampelia. Fifty years later the family decided to revive the vineyard, in 2005, and called it Tranampelo, derived from the original local name and the promise of the historic reputation of the area for wine producing.

Varieties

We selected the most representative and indigenous varieties of vines from Naxos and the Cyclades for our vineyard, keeping in mind the local wine-making methods and the particular terroir and climate of the island

Whites: Potamisi, Monemvasia, Aidani, Assyrtiko, Koundoura (Savatiano), Haraibraim
Reds: Fokiano, Mandilaria, Mavro Aidani, Mavro Potamisi, Mavrotragano

Cultivation

At 120m above sea level and facing North, our grapes are naturally infused with a salty Cycladic mist and the ideal conditions allow time-old traditional varieties to take on a new life, crafting fresh expressions of both the famous and rarer varieties.

The soil is sandy clay and the vineyard is outlined by rocky surroundings. Native herbs, fruit-bearing trees, roses, olive trees, prickly pears and oleanders create the perfect environment for our vines to grow. The vines are non-irrigated, resulting in a small wine production and full-bodied wines.

Our vineyard is organically cultivated and certified by DIO (ΔΗΩ = National Organization for the Inspection and Certification of Organic Produce).

Sustainability

A vegetable garden planted in the surroundings enhances biodiversity in the area and provides us with fresh produce, mainly used during the various gastronomic events and wine tasting sessions we host (since 2018). Tranampelo wines (Potamisi & Odd Blend) are part of a larger idea about achieving sustainability in farming and providing authentic “farm to table” experiences to visitors and locals alike.

At TRANAMPELO vineyard we believe in a holistic, “zero waste” approach, which is why we try to rediscover and produce as many by-products of the vine as possible, focusing mainly on grape molasses (“petimezi”), grape marc spirit (“strofilia”) and vinegar (“glykadi”). All our products and services are crafted with love and respect for Nature.

FARM TO TABLE

Tasting tour around the vineyard

Take a tour around Tranampelo vineyard with us to learn everything about winemaking in Greece. Visit the vines, the old press and our organic garden, then enjoy tasting amazing wines paired with delicious local food and create an unforgettable experience in the Greek countryside.