Pittali Winery is a family passion project founded by Fanis Pittalis in the charming mountain village of Agios Theodoros Pitsilias. What makes this winery special is its deep connection to the land and its people. Fanis originally studied Mechanical Engineering, but in 2019 something shifted. He returned to his ancestral village and discovered a forgotten legacy: the abandoned vineyards and winemaking traditions of his great-grandfather Ioannis Mpeis, who planted his first vineyard back in 1910, and his relative Antonis Ioannou, who built a family winery in the 1950s with nothing but dedication and heart. Inspired by these stories, Fanis pursued a Master’s degree in Viticulture and Enology, combining his ancestors’ passion with modern knowledge.
Today, Pittali Winery stands as a tribute to the people and traditions that shaped Pitsilia. Since 2019, Fanis has been rescuing old, neglected vineyards from decline and experimenting with small-scale winemaking that honors both tradition and innovation. The winery blends authenticity with craft, planting new vineyards that balance time-tested knowledge with modern techniques and sustainability. Every bottle tells a story of the Pitsilia mountains, reflecting the hard work and meraki (that untranslatable Greek word for putting your heart and soul into your work) that his ancestors poured into their craft.
With his sister Mariana leading hospitality and communications, the duo has created something truly special. They’re not just making wine; they’re reviving and reimagining the winemaking traditions of an entire region. Whether you’re visiting for a tasting or exploring the vineyards, you’ll feel the genuine passion and family spirit that drives everything they do at Pittali Winery.
