Winery · Peloponnese

Mercouri Estate - Olympic Legacy

Name: Mercouri Estate - Olympic Legacy
Address: Peloponnese, GR

Mercouri Estate 1864 Messenia: 5 generations cultivating Refosco, Mavrodaphne, and Agiorgitiko on 160 hectares—one of Wine & Spirits Magazine's 100 best wineries (2016).

What to do there

WineryMercouri Estate - Olympic LegacyThe Mercouri family has made wine near Olympia since 1860. Their estate cultivates Refosco (brought from Italy) alongside indigenous varieties. The historic cellars and museum show six generations of winemaking, while tastings include rare Mavrodaphne sweet wine. The connection to ancient Olympia is palpable - these hills grew vines during the original games.

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