1988-1990: From a hobby to a business.

Everything started from one man’s passion about wine. The founder of Fikardos winery, Mr Theodoros Fikardos started his career as restaurateur. His job helped him over the years to develop an appreciation for good food and nourished his passion for wine. He always imagined himself making his own wine but never got the courage to try it out.

His wine-making journey started only after he got married to Elli Fikardrou in 1985. His wife came from a small village called Choulou which was surrounded by vineyards. This was the perfect opportunity for Mr Theodoros Fikardos to make his dream come true. The first barrel of wine came out in 1988. This was only for the family, friends and customers of the restaurant. The next year demand increased and so he produced two barrels (600 bottles). Finally, in 1990 with the help of his family and friends he transformed his hobby and passion into a full-time job.

The winery during that period produced only one red wine called Ravanti. Ravanti was a blend of Mataro and Mavro and was named after his best friend.

1993-2000: New winery, experimentation and growth.

• A new winery is built in Mesogi village to facilitate the expansion of production.
• The following experimental, single variety wines are released: Fikardos Riesling, Fikardos Merlot, Fikardos Lefkada, Fikardos Semillon.
• Release of the first Fikardos Cabernet Sauvignon, Fikardos Shiraz, Fikardos Maratheftiko and Fikardos Chardonnay.

2010 – today

• Establishment of Fikardos winery’s private organic vineyards in Pano Arodes and Choulou village.
• Mr. Fikardos Fikardos joins the company as an assistant manager after completing his studies in Food Marketing and Economics.
• Mrs. Valentina Fikardou joins the company as CFO after completing her studies in Accounting and Finance, ACCA.
• Holistic Rebranding of Fikardos Wines by Chris Nathanael.
• Senaga Trading becomes the official sales and distribution representative of Fikardos Winery in Cyprus.