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DISCOVER
The Culture of Pleasure
MANOLESAKIS ESTATE of the Manolesakis family has been active in viticulture & winemaking since 1989, a pivotal period that coincides with the beginning of the vineyard of the Hadrian area in Drama, with the cosmopolitan French varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Syrah.
MY STORY
Start
In 1998, the winery’s facilities were completed with a state-of-the-art wine production unit of 1500 sq.m. located in the heart of the privately owned vineyard of 200 acres on the slopes of Hadriani, a few kilometers outside the city of Drama.
Extension
In 2004, the continuous search led to new crops of Greek native varieties such as Malagouzia, Moschato Alexandria, Assyrtiko, and Agiorgitiko while in 2008 the also Greek varieties Moschomavro and Limnio were added and in 2014 the variety Pinot noir.
Target
The aim of the people of the estate is to produce high quality wines exclusively from the privately owned vineyard, in order to highlight the particularities of each variety, in absolute harmony with the microclimate and soil of the vineyards, the typical characteristics of the terroir of the area.
Establishment – 1989
A key period that coincides with the beginning of the vineyard of the Adriani area in Drama…
Winery – 1998
In 1998, the winery’s facilities were completed with a state-of-the-art wine production unit of 1500 sq.m.
New crops – 2004
In 2004, the constant search led to new crops of Greek native varieties such as Malagouzia, Moschato of Alexandria, Assyrtiko and Agiorgitiko…
Further expansion – 2008
In 2008, the also Greek varieties Moschomavro and Limnio were added and in 2014 the variety Pinot noir…
Founders
Giorgos Manolesakis is one of the first to revive viticulture in this historic area, who, with the help of his son Stavros Manolesakis, is personally involved in all the work of cultivating the vines and producing the wines of the estate and making sure that the respect for the dictates of Nature alongside the optimization of the viticultural & production process, so that the vines can yield the typical characteristics of the microclimate (terroir) of the area, which is also the original goal of this effort.
George Manolesakis – Director-General
Giorgos Manolesakis is one of the first to revive viticulture in this historic area and personally deals with all the work of growing the vines and producing the wines of the estate.
Stavros Manolesakis – Sales Manager
Stavros Manolesakis deals with the optimization of the viticultural & production process, so that the vines can perform the typical characteristics of the microclimate of the region, which is the original goal of this effort.
the ingredients
Rooted in the Hadriani area of Drama since 1989, Manolesakis Estate combines native and international grape varieties, a respect for nature, and consistent innovation—all working in harmony to express the terroir’s unique character.
- International grape varieties — including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot & Syrah.
- Greek native varieties — such as Malagousia, Moschato of Alexandria, Assyrtiko, Agiorgitiko, plus later additions Moschomavro, Limnio, and Pinot Noir.
- Privately owned vineyards — approximately 200 acres in Hadriani, allowing full control over cultivation practices.
- Microclimate & soil of the Drama region — terroir that imparts distinctive flavors, shaped by local climate and the slopes of Hadriani.
- Blend of tradition & modern winemaking — respecting natural viticulture, optimizing production with technical facilities (winery unit of 1500 sq.m.), while allowing the grapes to reflect the typical features of their variety and origin.
THE LEGACY
Since its founding in 1989, Estate Manolesakis has stood as a beacon of viticulture in the Adriani region of Drama, Eastern Macedonia. Over decades, the Manolesakis family has revitalized vineyards steeped in history, uniting tradition with innovation to give voice to both indigenous Greek grape varieties and select international ones.
Under the stewardship of George Manolesakis and his son Stavros, the estate has expanded across 200 acres, built modern production facilities, and carried forward a mission to allow the land, climate, and community to speak through every bottle. Rooted in the soil of Drama, enriched by its microclimate, and guided by passion and care, the legacy of Manolesakis is one of authenticity, resilience, and excellence in winemaking.
VINEYARD
The wider region of Hadrian is morphologically very homogenous. The exposure of the vineyard is northwest and the climate is semi-continental i.e. it is between the Mediterranean and the continental climate. The winters are quite cold, while the summers are warm. In winter there are several rains that supply the vines with the necessary moisture. During the summer season, day and night temperature fluctuations are observed, a phenomenon that helps the beneficially slow ripening of the grapes.
Viticulture is carried out with the personal care of Stavros Manolesakis and the advice of the partner agronomist of the estate, who carry out continuous experiments with Greek and foreign varieties with the aim of establishing their adaptation to the region as well as their wine potential.
Area – 200 acres
Altitude – 200 – 300 meters
Layout – Linear
Dimensions – 1.30 x 2.00 meters
Terrain
The soils are clay loam and offer the conditions for the production of wines with an intense and complex aroma, good structure and balance.
Climate
The exposure of the vineyard is northwest and the climate is semi-continental i.e. it is between the Mediterranean and the continental climate.
White varieties
The composition of the vineyard varieties is for the white varieties Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Malagouzia, Muscat of Alexandria, Assyrtiko.
Red varieties
The composition of the vineyard varieties is for the red varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Agiorgitiko, Moschomavro, Limnio and Pinot noir.
Planting
The planting density is 350 plants / hectare and the yield is low – for most varieties in the order of 500-600 kg / hectare.
Winds
Almost all year long, northwesterly, low-intensity winds usually blow.
AWARDS
2025
CONCOURS MONDIAL DE BRUXELLES
Silver, Pelagia 2020
Decanter World Wine Awards
Bronze, Malagouzia 2024
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver, Exis red 2024
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver, Exis white 2024
Thessaloniki wine &spirits trophy
Silver, Gennima Psychis Rose 2024
Thessaloniki wine &spirits trophy
Bronze, Gennima Psychis White 2024
Berliner wein trophy
Silver, Rose dry 2024
Berliner wein trophy
Gold, Pelagia 2020
2024
Decanter world wine awards
Silver, Exis White 2023
Decanter world wine awards
Gold, Exis Red 2023
Thessaloniki Wine & Spirits Trophy
Bronze, Pelagia 2019
Thessaloniki Wine & Spirits Trophy
Bronze, Gennima Psychis White 2023
Thessaloniki Wine & Spirits Trophy
Bronze, Malagouzia
Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
Silver, Gennima Psychis Rose 2023
Berliner wein trophy
Silver, Pelagia 2019
Berliner wein trophy
Gold, Gennima Psychis Rose 2020
Berliner wein trophy
Gold, Gennima Psychis Rose 2023
2023
50 Great Greek Wine
50GGW other reds, Pelagia 2019
Berliner wein trophy
Gold, Malagouzia 2022
Decanter World Wine Awards
Bronze, Pelagia 2020
Bronze, Malagouzia 2022
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis rose dry 2022
2022
50 Great Greek Wine
50 GGW, Pelagia 2018
Berliner wein trophy
Gold, Estate Manolesakis White dry 2021
Gold, Pelagia 2018
Decanter World Wine Awards
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis White dry 2021
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis Red dry 2019
Bronze, Pelagia 2018
2021
Berliner wein trophy
Gold, Pelagia 2017
Gold, Anastasia 2020
2020
Best Wine Awards
Silver, Malagouzia 2019
Silver, Estate Manolesakis White dry 2019
Silver, Pelagia 2017
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver, Exis Red dry 2019
Bronze, Exis White dry 2019
Bronze, Malagouzia 2019
2019
Wine Olymp Awards
Silver, Estate Manolesakis Rose dry 2019
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis White dry 2019
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis Red dry 2017
Bronze, Exis White dry 2019
Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver, Exis Red dry 2018
Bronze, Exis White dry 2018
Bronze, Malagouzia White dry 2018
2018
Mundus Vini
Bronze, Exis White dry 2017
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis White dry 2017
2017
Greek Wine Award Weinpreis
Silver, Exis white dry 2016
Silver, Malagouzia White dry 2016
Silver, Exis red dry 2016
Silver, Estate Manolesakis White dry 2016
2016
Selection Pramiert
Gold, Pelagia 2014
2016
Greek Wine Award Weinpreis
Gold, Estate Manolesakis White dry 2015
Silver, Estate Manolesakis Red dry 2011
Silver, Exis red dry 2015
Silver, Exis white dry 2015
2015
Greek Wine Award Weinpreis
Recommendation, Anastasia 2014
Gold, Exis white dry 2014
Silver, Exis red dry 2014
2009
Denos
Best creation award, For the company
Concairs Mondial Bruxelles
Silver, Syrah Pelagia 2006
Decanter World Wine Awards
Commended, Merlot 2004
Mondial du Merlot
Silver, Merlot 2004
International Wine Challenge
Commended, Estate Manolesakis red dry 2005
Mundus Vini der Grosse International Weinpreis
Gold, Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
2008
International Wine Challenge
Commended, Merlot 2004
2007
Concours International du Vin, Thesallonique
Gold, Estate Manolesakis Rose dry 2006
2005
Challenge International du Vin
Bronze, Merlot 2002
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis Red dry 2002
WineEthusiast
Recommendation, Merlot 2001
Challenge International du Vin
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis White dry 2003
Oinothiki
3rd place, Estate Manolesakis Rose dry 2003
Mundus Vini
Qualitats Siegel Quality Certificate, Estate Manolesakis red dry 2002
WineEthusiast
Recommendation, Cabernet Sauvignon 2001
Recommendation, Estate Manolesakis red dry 2001
Alles uber Wein
Gold, Producer
2002
The International Wine and Spirit Competition
Bronze, Merlot 2000
Challenge International du Vin
Médaille d’ Argent, Estate Manolesakis white dry 2001
Les Citadelles du vin
Trophée Excellence, Estate Manolesakis white dry 2001
The International Wine and Spirit Competition
Bronze, Estate Manolesakis White dry
2001
Concairs International Du Vin, Thessalonique
Silver, Merlot 1999
Silver, Estate Manolesakis red dry 1999
MANOLESAKIS ESTATE
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