The Zambartas Range
The Zambartas Range was the first collection of wines introduced by the winery and remains at the heart of what we do today. Cyprus is an exciting place to make wine, home to a wealth of unique indigenous grape varieties, and this range reflects our passion for showcasing them alongside carefully crafted blends with well-known international varieties. We first gained recognition with our vibrant and intensely coloured Rosé, followed by our Maratheftiko red and a fresh, elegant Xynisteri white. Today the range includes seven wines, and we continue to refine our methods each year in pursuit of ever greater quality. Over time, these wines have received numerous awards both locally and internationally.
Semillon–Sauvignon Blanc is our quiet classic and, in fact, one of our best sellers. While many of our wines focus on indigenous Cypriot varieties, this blend reflects the international side of Zambartas and Marcos’ winemaking experience abroad. Semillon brings softness and texture, while Sauvignon Blanc adds freshness and lift. It’s a wine about balance rather than bold statements. Approachable, versatile with food, and consistently loved by our guests. – Floral, medium bodied, lightly oake
Promara is very special to us because it connects directly to the work of Akis Zambartas. In the 1980s, long before indigenous varieties were fashionable, Akis travelled across Cyprus researching old vineyards and rediscovering grape varieties that had almost disappeared. Promara was one of them. At the time, very few people believed these grapes had a future, but today they are a key part of Cypriot wine identity. Whilst Promara still makes for less than 1% of the grapes grown on this island, it has grown in pop
This wine was actually the first wine ever produced by Zambartas Winery. Starting out as Zambartas Rose, the wine earned the name Garden of Cyprus Rose due to its fresh, fragrant aromas and flavours. Every time someone tastes this wine, they’re experiencing a piece of our history and the very beginning of our journey. – Floral and fruity, medium bodied, expressive –
Yiannoudi is one of the upcoming local varieties of Cyprus, of which we have planted two vineyards. This Mataro–Yiannoudi is one of our most food-friendly wines. It has enough depth for grilled meats and slow-cooked dishes, but also enough acidity to work beautifully with lighter Mediterranean food, herbs and olive-oil-based dishes. It pairs perfectly with Cypriot meze. – Fruity, medium bodied, soft tannins –
Maratheftiko is a very unique grape because, unlike most varieties, it is not self-pollinating. This means it needs another grape variety planted nearby in the vineyard in order to set fruit properly. Without that, yields are very low and unpredictable. This is one of the reasons Maratheftiko almost disappeared for many years, it’s difficult to grow and requires extra care in the vineyard. Today, with better understanding and vineyard management, it’s recognised as one of Cyprus’ most exciting indigenous re
This blend is a founder’s blend, reflecting Akis Zambartas’ long-standing admiration for Lefkada, a variety he particularly valued for its character and depth. Although Lefkada is often considered an indigenous Cypriot variety, it actually originates from Greece, where it is known as Vertzami. First brought to Cyprus in 1957, it now accounts for 1.2% of the grapes grown on
The Single Vineyard Range
The Single Vineyard Range focuses on wines produced from individual vineyard sites, each highlighting the unique character of its location. The aim of this range is to showcase the importance of the vineyard and its natural environment, allowing the personality of each site to shine through in the wine. All vineyards are organically farmed, and in the winery we follow a philosophy of minimal intervention so the wines can express the true character of their terroir. Through this range, we continue to explore the diversity of Cyprus’ vineyards and how place shapes the wines we make.
Grown in a vineyard originally planted in 1989, this wine was not only our first to be organically certified, but also the first single vineyard labelled wine here in Cyprus. Being a single vineyard wine means we’re able to select the best quality grapes for this wine. We’ve been making this wine since 2014, and
This wine is a truly original creation from Marcos Zambartas, a novel co‑vinification of two indigenous Cypriot varieties, Xynisteri and Mavro. Instead of fermenting each separately, we press and ferment them together, letting the whole bunches and natural yeast do their work. This wine was born right here during a moment of inspiration in the winery, and the result is an elegant, floral rose wine (and yes it is a rose wine, despite it’s colour suggesting otherwise). - Floral, medium bodied, lig
The Koukouvagia Range
The Κουκουβάγια range includes a white, a rosé, and a red wine, created to be easy-drinking, fruity, and aromatic. These wines are designed for relaxed, everyday enjoyment. Approachable wines that can be enjoyed on their own or alongside a simple meal. The range reflects our belief that good wine should be part of daily life and shared moments around the table.
Στην υγειά σας! Cheers!
The Κουκουβάγια range, meaning ‘Owl’ in Greek, 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. - Fruity, medium bodied, intense aromas -
The Κουκουβάγια range, meaning ‘Owl’ in Greek, 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. – Fruity, medium bodied, balanced acidity –
Commandaria
Cyprus is home to one of the world’s oldest named wines still in production, Commandaria. This historic dessert wine, made from sun-dried grapes, is deeply intertwined with the island’s ancient and medieval history.
Honouring this remarkable heritage and the traditional methods behind it, we began our own journey in 2011 to craft a modern interpretation of Commandaria, respecting the past while expressing our own approach to winemaking.
Our Commandaria, Melusine, is our way of honouring one of Cyprus’ most historic wines while showing it at its very best. A modern interpretation of a classic. We age the wine for around 11 years in oak barrels, allowing it to slowly develop richness, complexity and balance. The name Melusine comes from a mythical spirit, a nod to the wine’s mysterious character and the magic that time in the cellar can bring. – Dried fruits, natural sweetness, pleasant acidity –
In Cyprus and Abroad
All of our wines are available to purchase directly from the winery, with delivery options available across Cyprus. If you would like to place an order or receive more information, please email us at [email protected] and our Hospitality Manager, Chelsea, will be happy to assist.
Many of our wines are also available abroad through our international partners.