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Methymnaeos winery
An organic winery on the Island of Lesvos
A history of innovation since 1985
Unique Terroir
A unique terroir stands apart on the island of Lesvos. Less known internationally than Santorini, Lesvos shares a similarly volcanic geological history that gives its wines remarkable mineral character. However, the island expresses its identity through its own rare indigineous variety: Chidiriotiko.
This little-known grape thrives in the volcanic soils around the village of Chidira in western Lesvos, producing elegant wines with bright acidity, delicate aromatics, and a distinctive saline-mineral profile that reflects the island's rugged landscape and maritime influence.
Chidiriotiko indigenous variety
At the heart of this revival is Methymnaeos Winery, a pioneering estate dedicated to preserving and highlighting the unique character of Chidiriotiko. Founded in 1985, the winery played a crucial role in saving the variety from near extinction by replanting vineyards on the volcanic hillsides of western Lesvos.
PGI Lesvos
Yannis Lambrou is the owner and winemaker of Methymnaeos Winery, located in the village of Chidira on the western side of the island. He took over the family winery in 2002. He has helped place Lesvos back on the map of modern Greek wine while preserving one of the country's rarest indigenous varieties. In 2010, the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Lesvos appellation was created and simultaneously granted to Methymnaeos wines. In the same year, Methymnaeos Organic Winery made the first orange wine to be ever produced in Greece.
