G. Tsimpidis & Co. Monemvasia Winery

What G. Tsimpidis & Co. Monemvasia Winery does

G. Tsimpidis & Co. Monemvasia Winery is a family-owned Greek winery founded in 1997 by Yorgos and Elli Tsimbidis in Monemvasia, Laconia, with the mission of reviving the historic Monemvasia-Malvasia sweet wine and producing wines exclusively from indigenous Greek grape varieties. The company cultivates 30 hectares (300 stremmata) of organic vineyards in the villages of Velies and Agios Demetrios, employing minimal-intervention viticulture with very low yields (sometimes as low as 350 kg/stremma) and manual vineyard operations. Production is centered at a modern, visitor-friendly winery completed in 2020 at the 57th km of the Tarapsa-Monemvasia National Road, equipped with a destemmer, pneumatic press, stainless steel cooling tanks, automated bottling line, and an underground aging facility with French oak barrels.

The product portfolio spans approximately 20 wines across white, rosé, and red categories, including flagship indigenous-varietal expressions such as Kydonitsa, Monemvasia, Asproudi, Assyrtiko, Corax, and Monemvasios, alongside the PDO-certified Monemvasia-Malvasia sweet wine revived after a 500-year absence. The PDO designation was secured on July 23, 2010 after 12 years of effort, with the first commercial bottling in 2013. The portfolio includes entry-level wines priced at EUR 6.90 and premium offerings reaching EUR 80 for vintage magnums. The team of 5-7 includes second-generation family members with agronomy and chemistry backgrounds, plus an in-house oenologist (Andreas Andresakis).

The business operates a hybrid model combining direct-to-consumer sales via a proprietary e-commerce platform and on-site tasting experiences, with international distribution through a network of specialized wine importers across 14+ countries including Canada, USA, Germany, Austria, France, Switzerland, Belgium, UK, Taiwan, Netherlands, Estonia, Ireland, and Cyprus. Wine tourism is a material supplementary channel, offering guided tastings (EUR 15-25), private events for up to 42 guests, and educational programs. The company has accumulated 400+ international awards across major competitions (Decanter, Mundus Vini, Berliner Wein Trophy, James Suckling, Concours Mondial Bruxelles) and organized the inaugural International Malvasia Festival in 2023 to unite Malvasia-producing regions from Greece, Croatia, Italy, and Spain.

Name

G. Tsimpidis & Co. Monemvasia Winery

Legal name

Γ.ΤΣΙΜΠΙΔΗΣ ΚΑΙ ΣΙΑ Ε.Ε ΟΙΝΟΠΟΙΗΤΙΚΗ ΜΟΝΕΜΒΑΣΙΑΣ

Website

https://monemvasiawinery.gr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Short description

G. Tsimpidis & Co. Monemvasia Winery is a family-owned Greek winery producing wines exclusively from indigenous grape varieties, including the revived PDO Monemvasia-Malvasia sweet wine, serving consumers and wine trade across 14+ countries via DTC e-commerce, on-site tastings, and international specialty importers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Premium Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Grape Vineyards (111332)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

Keywords

• Greek wine production
• Indigenous grape varieties
• PDO sweet wine
• Wine tourism experiences
• Organic viticulture

Headquarters

HQ city

Monemvasia (Rema Goulesi, Angellona)

HQ country

Greece

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Wine Sales: Direct-to-consumer wine sales through e-commerce website and at-winery purchases. International distribution via network of wine importers and distributors across 14+ countries. Product range includes white, rose, and red wines in Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Lakonia and Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Monemvasia-Malvasia categories.
2. Wine Tourism and Tastings: Revenue from guided winery tours, wine tasting experiences, and educational programs. Offerings include 4-wine tasting, Terroir horizontal tasting (25), and exclusive private tastings accommodating up to 35 seated guests plus 7 at the bar. Tuesday-Saturday 10:00-16:00, reservation required.
3. Merchandise and Books: Sales of branded merchandise including tote bags (3.50) and books about Malvasia wine history. Books include 'Malvasia: The Renowned Wine Yesterday and Today' by St. Kourakou-Dragona.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

G. Tsimpidis & Co. Monemvasia Winery produces and sells wines exclusively from Greek indigenous grape varieties (Kydonitsa, Monemvasia, Asproudi, Mavroudi, Assyrtiko) under PGI Lakonia and PDO Monemvasia-Malvasia designations, including the revived historic PDO Monemvasia-Malvasia sweet wine made from sun-dried grapes. The company also operates wine tourism experiences including guided winery tours, wine tastings, private tastings for groups, and educational programs, distributing through its own e-commerce platform and an international network of wine importers across 14+ countries.

Product overview

G. Tsimpidis & Co. Monemvasia Winery is a family-owned winery founded in 1997 in Monemvasia, Laconia, Greece, specializing in reviving and producing wines from rare indigenous Greek grape varieties. The company operates 300 stremmata (30 hectares) of organic vineyards and produces a portfolio of white, rosé, and red wines, including the legendary PDO Monemvasia-Malvasia sweet wine that was revived after five centuries of absence. The core product portfolio includes flagship wines such as Kydonitssa (white), Monemvasios (red), Assyrtiko, Corax, and the multi-colored Laludi and Voltes lines, alongside premium expressions like the 300 series and vintage magnums. The winery also offers wine tourism experiences including tastings, tours, and educational programs, plus branded merchandise. The company distributes internationally through a network of partners across Canada, USA, Germany, Austria, France, Switzerland, Belgium, UK, Asia, Netherlands, Estonia, Ireland, and Cyprus.

Differentiator

Problem solved

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Products and services

• KYDONITSA White dry wine produced from the rare Kydonitsa grape variety, vinified in stainless steel tanks with fermentation at controlled temperature of 18°C and aged five months on fine lees with periodic stirring.
• KYDONITSA MATURE Mature expression of Kydonitsa white wine with extended aging, featuring enhanced complexity and depth from extended lees contact.
• KYDONITSA MAGNUM (1.5L) Large format (1.5L) presentation of Kydonitsa white wine, suitable for aging and special occasions.
• MONEMVASIA White dry wine from the rare local Monemvasia grape variety, harvested late August to early September, expressing the unique terroir of the region.
• MONEMVASIOS Red dry wine crafted from 90% Agiorgitiko and 10% Mavroudi grapes, classically vinified and aged twelve months in French oak barrels (75% first use, 25% second use).
• MONEMVASIOS 2005 MAGNUM (1.5L) Vintage 2005 Monemvasios red wine presented in 1.5L magnum format, representing the winery's premium aged red expression.
• MONEMVASIA-MALVASIA (PDO) Protected Designation of Origin sweet white wine made from sun-dried grapes (60% Monemvasia, 20% Kydonitsa, 10% Assyrtiko, 10% Asproudes), aged two years in old oak barrels. The legendary medieval Malvasia wine revived after five centuries.
• ASSYRTIKO White wine from Assyrtiko grapes, vinified in stainless steel at 16-18°C and aged six months on fine lees, featuring high acidity with characteristic minerality.
• CORAX White dry wine (PGI Peloponnese) made from a blend of local Asproudes grapes, individually selected by Giorgos Tsimbidis. Spontaneous fermentation in small stainless steel tanks, aged 12 months on fine lees with periodic stirring.
• LALUDI (White, Rosé, Red) Multi-colored wine available in white, rosé, and red expressions, representing a versatile line in the winery portfolio with accessible price points (Rosé €9.60, Red €10.00).
• VOLTES WHITE White wine from the Voltes line, showcasing the winery's approachable everyday expressions at €6.90 entry-level.
• VOLTES ROSÉ Rosé wine from the Voltes line, representing the winery's fresh and approachable rosé style.
• VOLTES RED Red wine from the Voltes line, offering an accessible expression of the region's terroir.
• 300 WHITE White wine from the 300 series, representing premium expression from selected vineyard plots.
• 300 RED Red wine from the 300 series, showcasing the winery's premium red winemaking, ranging from €20.60 to €28.50.
• ASPROUDI White wine from Asproudi grapes, an early-ripening local variety. Research with Athens Agricultural University has revealed multiple indigenous varieties under the Asproudi name with significant winemaking potential.
• ANTHOSMIAS WHITE White wine from the Anthosmias line, featuring aromatic complexity.
• ANTHOSMIAS ROSÉ Semi-sweet rosé wine from the Anthosmias line, offering aromatic character.
• PANTHER (Πάνθηρ) Dry rosé wine expressing the Monemvasia terroir through the Panther label, priced at €13.00.
• JACKAL (Τσακάλι) Red wine from the Jackal label, representing the winery's approachable red expression, priced at €12.70.
• MURA ROSSA Red wine expression from the Mura Rossa line, showcasing the estate's red winemaking capabilities, priced at €25.00.
• Wine Tasting Experiences (Tour Tasting, Terroir Tasting, Private Tasting) Guided wine tasting experiences including 4-wine tasting (€15), Terroir horizontal tasting of 6 wines (€25), and exclusive private tastings accommodating up to 35 seated guests plus 7 at the bar, accompanied by selected local products. Available Tuesday-Saturday 10:00-16:00, reservation required.
• Educational Tour (School Activities Program) School activities program teaching children about wine, responsible alcohol consumption, and the region of Monemvasia and its natural environment. Reservation required.
• MALVASIA: The Renowned Wine Yesterday and Today (Book) Landmark study by Dr. Stavroula Kourakou-Dragona on the history and revival of Malvasia wine, available in Greek or English at €30.00.
• Tote Bag Monemvasia Winery Branded merchandise tote bag featuring the Monemvasia Winery branding, priced at €3.50.

Quantifiable outcome

• 400+ international awards across all wine competitions
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• V.S. Karoulias S.A.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary Greek distribution partner with central hub in Athens (23rd km Athens-Lamia National Road, 14565 Ag. Stefanos) and Thessaloniki branch (St. Kazantzidis 47A-B, 57001 Pylai).
• Asteria Imports (Canada)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCanadian wine importer distributing Monemvasia Winery products in Canada. Website: asteriaimports.ca
• Hogshead Wine Company (USA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS wine importer. Website: hogsheadwineco.com
• Skurnik Wines (USA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUS wine importer and distributor. Website: www.skurnik.com
• Mikroulis GmbH (Germany)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman wholesale and retail distributor. Contact: Andreas Mikroulis, [email protected]
• Hallgarten Wines (UK)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK wine merchant. Website: www.hnwines.co.uk
• Wine Institute (Greece)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated in the research initiative (1999-2001) to study 14 indigenous varieties for Malvasia production, contributing scientific expertise to the revival project.
• Agricultural University of Athens (Greece)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with the winery's research initiative to study indigenous grape varieties and support the Malvasia revival project.
• Agricultural University of Thessaloniki (Greece)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner in the research collaboration studying indigenous Greek grape varieties for wine production.
• Dr. Stavroula Kourakou-DragonacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey scientific advisor and supporter of the Malvasia revival project. Authored the landmark study 'Malvasia, The Renowned Wine Yesterday and Today' (2020). Contributed to PDO application and led international scientific conferences on Malvasia.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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