The Zambartas Range
Cyprus is an exciting island to make wine, home to some unique indigenous grape varieties. Zambartas Winery specializes in our own native grape varieties as well as blends with some world-reknown varieties. Initially we gained recognition through our luscious and intensely coloured Rose, which was soon followed by our indigenous Maratheftiko red as well as a refreshing white made from Xynisteri grapes. We now produce 10 wines, striving every year to improve our methods and quality. Our wines have been awarded with numerous medals locally and abroad.
100% Promara Grape origin: Lasa Village, Polemi Region, south western slopes of Troodos, calcareous soil, 12 year old bush vines. Promara is a long forgotten white grape variety indigenous to Cyprus. It is the first Cypriot grape variety to ripen every year hence its name. Currently, the Promara vineyards represent less than 1% of the total vineyard area in Cyprus. Our Promara has a complex aromatic profile of stone and citrus fruit. Medium body with refreshing acidity and long aftertaste.
The Single Vineyard Range
This series of wines includes four different wines, each produced out of a single varietal and unique vineyard. The aim is to highlight the importance of the vineyard and its natural habitat. All vineyards are organically grown. We apply limited intervention winemaking and therefore the wines express the unique terroir of Cyprus.
Mavro covers more than half of the total vineyard area of the Island, although it was never in the spotlight as a variety producing quality wines. We decided to do things differently: We acquired a Mavro vineyard over 20 years old at high altitude, applied organic viticulture and established the ratio of quality vs quantity of production. The resulting pale Rose puts a smile on our face!
A novel approach to the co-vinification of Xynisteri and Mavro, the 2 main indigenous grape varieties of Cyprus. Xynisteri grapes pressed together with bunches of Mavro grapes. A winemaking technique that was created here during a moment of enlightenment. This wine counts less than 700 bottles. - Floral, medium bodied, lightly oaked -
The Koukouvagia Range
The Κουκουβάγια range includes a white, a rose and a red wine.
Our aim is to introduce easy to drink, fruity, aromatic, everyday wines, for the enlightened wine lover. You will enjoy these wines on their own and with your everyday meal.
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90% Xynisteri, 10% Muscat of Alexandria Made from a blend of the indigenous variety Xynisteri and the aromatic Egyptian variety 'Muscat of Alexandrias', this wine has aromas of citrus fruit, tropical notes, has a light body, balanced acidity, and fruity flavour. Enjoy with salads, fish or on its own as an aperitif.
Commandaria
Cyprus is home to one of the world’s oldest named wines still in production, Commandaria. A dessert wine produced from sun dried grapes, which is strongly intertwined with both Cyprus’ ancient and Medieval history. Honouring our past and traditional winemaking methods, in 2011 we embarked on a journey to create our modern interpretation.
100% Xynisteri, PDO, 10 years barrel maturation. A contemporary interpretation of an ancient wine. Melusine Commandaria is your perfect pairing with dessert, or can be enjoyed on its own. This wine with natural sweetness and pleasant acidity, will seduce your guests. Read the enchanting story of this wine here