The story of wine in Cyprus is not written only in books, it’s carved into stone terraces, whispered through mountain vineyards, and carried in the stained hands of generations who never gave up on their vines. Archaeological findings show that winemaking in Cyprus stretches back more than 5,000 years, making Cyprus one of the oldest winegrowing regions in the world.
For centuries, villagers cultivated steep slopes and bush-trained vines, not out of convenience, but out of necessity. They endured foreign rule, wars, and even the phylloxera crisis that devastated European vineyards. Yet miraculously, Cyprus’ vines survived. This unbroken chain of viticulture is what allows the island today to reclaim its heritage with renewed pride.
Today, a quiet revolution is reshaping Cypriot wine. A new generation of winemakers is looking not to imitate other regions, but to rediscover what is uniquely Cypriot. Indigenous grapes such as Xynisteri, Promara, Yiannoudi, and Maratheftiko – once nearly forgotten – are now at the forefront of this revival.
High-altitude vineyards, combined with centuries of instinctive knowledge, are yielding wines of character, freshness, and authenticity. These are wines that speak not just of terroir, but of a culture that has endured, adapted, and remained deeply connected to its land.
Cyprus is no longer a hidden chapter in the global wine story. Each bottle from this island carries more than flavour; it carries a history of resilience, tradition, and rediscovery.
This is the soul of Cypriot wine: ancient in origin, modern in expression, and timeless in spirit.
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