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It is with great satisfaction to mention that our application for European Union subsidies to purchase winemaking equipment has been accepted once more.These subsidies have been pivotal in the creation and the healthy development of Zambartas Wines since the beginning

Our wines have received some excellent reviews by one of the wine industry's opinion leaders, Jancis Robinson. Our wines were presented at the Central and Eastern European Wine Fair in London earlier this year by Marcos. We were delighted with

Gastronomos Award for Best White Wine 2023 Our Single Vineyard Xynisteri was awarded by Gastronomos, the culinary magazine of Kathimerini Newspaper, as the best white wine of Cyprus during their 2023 award ceremony, held in Nicosia on 27 June. Every year

Our Commandaria Melusine 2011 was awarded 92 points and a Silver Medal at Decanter World Wine Awards this year. After many years of absence, we decided to enter our Commandaria to the competition this year. This was immediately rewarded! Jury's tasting

Cyprus – Return of the native grape varieties Cyprus may lay claim to one of the most legendary sweet wines in the world (see Commandaria – a new face for an ancient wine) but Caroline Gilby MW finds that it is

Commandaria – a new face for an ancient wine Caroline Gilby MW reports that Cyprus’s national treasure has received an elegant update in the hands of three ambitious winemakers, including Marcos Zambartas Written by Caroline Gilby for Jancisrobinson.com - published 20 February 2023 Link

We are happy to announce that we have been awarded with medals during the 23rd Thessaloniki International Wine Competition, held between 14-16 February in Greece. Under the supervision of 5 Master's of Wine and Master Sommelier', 955 Greek and Cypriot

We are very honoured and excited to be included in the 'Live from the Vines' series produced by 67 Pall Mall TV. 67 Pall Mall has become an institute in the world of wine in London, hosting some of the

Our Maratheftiko was featured in the Swiss weekly magzine 'Die Weltwoche' in August 2021. Article written by Martin Kilchmann - In German. Read here: Die Weltwoche - Maratheftiko- Aug 2021

‘Every time I encounter a new wine-producing region or country, I see it as proof of how widely my wonder and excitement are shared’ Our wines were recommended in an article by Jancis Robinson for the Financial Times Magazine on May

We share with you the review & tasting notes of our wines by Jancis Robinson MW, published on 23 April 2021 on her website. She gave an overal high score for all the Zambartas samples that she tasted and we are

How modern gastronomy and ancient traditions collide in Limassol, Cyprus. Over the centuries, the Cypriot city of Limassol has absorbed the flavours of the Mediterranean and Middle East, while its vineyards have proved equally adaptable, nurturing both local and international grapes.

Cyprus: luxury on the beach and terrific wines in the hills The best way to combine the different realities of Cyprus is to head into the hills and meet the winemakers, as wine writer Nina Caplan discovers on her visit to

Vivid and engaging article about Cyprus wineries and their approach to viticulture written by acclaimed Professor of Viticulture at Bordeaux University Kees van Leeuwen. Published in Perswijn, the Dutch wine magazine for professionals. Read article ‘Traditie wijst de toekomst de weg’

We are delighted to have been awarded the award for ‘Best Rosé Wine’ of the island, during the yearly Gastromos Event held on 26 February in Nicosia. With this yearly event, Kathimerini Newspaper pays tribute to local products of excellence. A

The whole Eastern Mediterranean is now geared to growing and producing wine with individuality and quality, in a way unthought-of before. An article in the Jerusalem Post, Israel’s largest English language newspaper, by wine writer Adam Montefiore. Read the article (in

Summer in a Bottle, by Mathew Stowell for Amathus Beach Hotel Magazine, featuring Cyprus Rosé as seriously good wine. ‘The past decade Cyprus’ Rosé has justifiably moved from the beach bonfire to the formal dining room’ Read the article:  Rose Article Amathus Beach Hotel ( in

Zambartas Wineries was awarded with 2 Gold Medals during this year’s Cyprus Wine Competiton, held in April. An international jury of enologists, sommeliers and wine writers judged a large selection of Cypriot wines. Our Mataro-Yiannoudi 2017 and Koukouvagia Red 2017 both

Our Zambartas Rosé 2018 has been awarded with a Gold Medal in the International Rose Championship 2019. Our Rose ended 4th in the Competition, with a overal score of 89.5 and was one of the only 6 Gold Medals. We are

‘Die Wiege des Weins’  by Ivan barbic MW, in Schweiz am Wochenende, 24 November 2018. A write up by Master of Wine Ivan Barbic. In German PDF here: AZ_E-Paper_Zypern-die Wiege des Weins_Nov_2018 (002)

‘Message in a Bottle’ – Wine Talk by Adam Montefiore in the Jerusalem Post Magazine, 30 November 2018. Featuring Zambartas and Vlassides Wineries, exporting to Israel. Online version: https://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Culture/Wine-Talk-Message-in-a-bottle-573147 For PDF:Message in a bottle – Jerusalem Post November 2018

Our Zambartas Rose 2017 was awarded with a Silver Medal at the 2018 edition of the International Rose Championship held in Krakow in March, under the auspices Mrs. Elisabeth Gabay MW and Amorim Group. Over 200 Rose wines from 15 different

A lovely write up and high tasting scores in one of  Switzerland’s most serious wine magazines! Open in PDF: Schweizerische Wein Zeitung March 2018 – (In German)

An article about Cyprus wines in the respected wine magazine Vinum in Switzerland by Rudolf Trefzer. (In German) VINUM_1711_Reportage_Zypern

We were delighted to find out that our Rose 2016 received a Bronze Medal at the first edition of the International Rose Championship 2017, held under the auspices of Rose expert Elizabeth Gabay MW. With more than 180 samples entered from

We are delighted to see that our wines performed well again in this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards! We are especially excited that our Shiraz-Lefkada 2013 received 91 points; the patience to age this wine a bit longer in our

Jancis Robinson – ‘The Cyprus Wine Revolution’ Article with tasting notes and rates by Jancis Robinson, including our wines, following a tasting in London. Access in PDF here:Jancis Robinson Tasting London Or on Jancisrobinson.com (member access only)

We were included in a travel story published by well known Swiss Newspaper ‘Schweizer Illustrierte’  together with TUI Travel group. A lovely article showing Cyprus’ true nature and tradition as well as its modern vibe! PDF in German:Schweisser Illustrierte & TUI –

We received 2 silver medals at the 10th Cyprus Wine Competition, held from 3-5 May in Paphos. Over 140 samples of Cyprus’ wines were tasted by an international jury panel. Our Shiraz-Lafkada 2015 and our Xynisteri 2016 both received a

Cyprus’s Vineyard Treasure Trove – by Dr. Jose Vouillamoz A very interesting article by Dr. Jose Vouillamoz (co- author of Wine Grapes) on a recent visit to Cyprus about indigenous varieties, where Marcos invited him to see our ‘Margelina’ vineyard from 1921. The

36 Hours in Cyprus by Seth Sherwood – New York Times, 2 April 2017 A lovely alternative guide to Cyprus from the New York Times. What to do in 36 hours? Drink our Xynisteri Single Vineyard! QUOTE: ‘Tip: The Zambartas winery’s take on

Would you like to get to know Marcos, other than for his ‘wine life’? Read this short and fun interview with Marcos in the Cyprus Mail and get a more complete picture of the man behind the wine ???? Read the

Our Xynisteri Single Vineyard 2015 got awarded as the ‘best Xynisteri of 2016’ by Gastronomos Magazine of Kathimerini Newspaper, during an evening dedicated to Cypriot quality food and drinks  early December 2016. It was an honour to be awarded this

Cypriot food&wine writer Maria Massoura joined us late September for the harvest of our Xynisteri Vineyard. She wrote a vivid article about what makes Xynisteri, and in particular our Xynisteri Single Vineyard such a unique wine! Read her story in Greek or English

Justin Keay visited the Cyprus wine tasting at Vinter’s Hall in London at the end of October 2016 and wrote a to the point article for the British on-trade wine magazine “The Buyer”. Pleaser read the article here: http://www.the-buyer.net/tasting/wine/cyprus-tasting-justin-keay/

Yiannis Karakasis MW – ‘Zambartas Winery in Cyprus: Wines of purity and character’ – published on October 15, 2016 Please read the full blog post online: www.karakasis.mw/zambartas-winery-cyprus-wines-purity-and-character Or download in PDF: yiannis-karakasis-mw

We are happy to be included in a travel reportage about Cyprus in National Geographic Traveler (Netherlands/Belgium Edition) September 2016. The reportage was made by well known Dutch journalists Rick Nieman and Sacha de Boer. Please find the Original article (in Dutch)

Our Maratheftiko was featured in the esteemed Swiss Culinary Magazine Marmite in a lovely article written by Bettina Hoefer. Please read it here: http://www.marmite.ch/europa-mal-anders-weinwettbewerb.html Our see the PDF of the published copy:marmite

At this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards, held in early May in London, we have received 1 Silver and 4 Bronze Medals. Our Rose 2015 was awarded with Silver and all the other wines we entered in the competition received

We are happy to announce that we have been awarded 6 medals at this year’s Cyprus Wine Competition. Our wines were distinguished amongst 132 wine labels of 29 Cypriot wineries which participated in the 9th Cyprus Wine Competition. Our Rose 2015

We have received a gold medal and two silver medals at the International Wine Competition of Thessaloniki 2016 where more than 500 wines were tasted blind. The award winning wines are Lefkada-Shiraz 2013, Zambartas Marhatheftiko 2014 and Zambartas Rosé 2015.

Published in Swiss News paper “Handelszeitung”. 29 October 2015 – in German. Zyperns Weinwunder ” Kein Zweifel: Die Maratheftikos sind die roten Vorzeigeweine Zyperns, die in jeden gut assortierten Weinkeller gehoren. Zu kraftigen Fleischgerichten, Wildspezialitaten oder wurzigen Kasen serviert, werden diese raren,

All the wines we entered at the Decanter World Wine Awards this year were awarded, which proves the consistency along our range. In total, we received 5 medals, a silver for our Rose 2014 and Bronze medals were awarded to our

Our Zambartas Rose was featured in the Sunday Times Magazine in the UK last Sunday as a special recommendation for this summer! “Just sweet enough with pomegranate and cranberry crispness; perfect with a long sunset” Click here to download the pdf.

Zambartas Wineries was awarded wit two Silver Medals at the 8th Cyprus Wine Competition. The results were announced during an award ceremony on 25 April in the Limassol Municipal Gardens. The judging committee consisted of local and international judges and

Zambartas Wineries was awarded with a gold medal at the Thessaloniki International Wine Competition in Greece for its Rose 2014. Zambartas Rose was the 3rd best Rose of the competition, with the no. 1 and 2 Rose’s both from Greek origin.

“Caroline Gilby MW uncovers Cyprus’ burgeoning Wine Industry” in Harpers.co.uk -3 November 2014 Click here to download the pdf.

Article by Swiss wine writer Martin Kilchmann for newspaper “SonntagsZeitung” with a focus on Zambartas Winery. Click here to download the pdf.

Zambartas Wineries has been awarded with 4 medals at this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards in London. Our Maratheftiko 2011 and 2012 both won a Silver medal and our Xynisteri 2013 and Shiraz-Lefkada 2012 received Bronze Medals. The results were announced

Zambartas Wineries was awarded with 3 medals in the 14th Thessaloniki International Wine Competition, of which the results were announced today. Our Xynisteri 2013 was awarded with a gold medal and our Maratheftiko 2012 and Epicurean 2012 were both awarded with

Ancient and modern: new discoveries in the wines of Greece and Cyprus, by Demetri Walters MW bbrblog.com Click here to download the pdf.

Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book 2014, by Hugh Johnson. Included in the list of wineries in the Cyprus Section: “Zambartas Wineries *** (well known, highly reputable, particularly good value in its class): Father and Australian trained son run exciting new winery making

Mediterranean and Teutonic wines with a sense of Place, By David Williams Published in The Guardian, With a praise for our newly imported Zambartas Maratheftiko 2011, by Berry Bros & Rudd, UK. http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2013/nov/30/mediterranean-teutonic-wines-place-david-williams Click here to download the pdf.

“World Atlas of Wine” 7th edition, by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson. Zambartas Wineries was included, with label, in the latest edition of the “World Atlas of Wine” in the section South East Mediterranean region. We are mentioned among the “best producers…..that