Hadjicharalambous Winery, Stroumbi: A Small Boutique Winery with Personal Tastings

Some of the best wine visits in Cyprus happen at tiny family wineries, where the person pouring your glass also made the wine. Hadjicharalambous Winery in Stroumbi is one of them. We visited in November 2026 and came away feeling we had spent the afternoon with a friend. Here is what to expect, what to taste and how to book.

What is Hadjicharalambous Winery?

Hadjicharalambous is a boutique family winery in the heart of Stroumbi, one of the wine villages of the Paphos hills. Christos Hadjicharalambous, a mechanical engineer turned self-taught winemaker, started it in 2022 on his family's vineyards.

Small really does mean small here. The winery makes about 4,000 bottles a year from 4.5 hectares of vines, and the focus is firmly on quality rather than quantity. All the wines carry the PGI Pafos designation, and the limestone, sandy soil of Stroumbi helps shape the character of the Sémillon.

What is a tasting at Hadjicharalambous like?

This is the part that makes the winery special. Christos hosts one group at a time, so you have the room, the wines and his attention to yourselves. There is no tour bus and no queue at the counter.

He guides you through each wine kindly and patiently, explaining how to look at, smell and taste it, and why each one tastes the way it does. It suits beginners who want to learn without feeling silly, and wine lovers who want to talk grapes and soils with the winemaker.

Tastings come with cheese platters, which turn them into a relaxed sit-down occasion rather than a quick sip-and-go. We found it the kind of visit you plan a whole afternoon around.

Which wines does the winery make?

The range is short and built on four grapes: Chardonnay, Sémillon, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. In August 2026 the line-up and cellar-door prices were:

Vintages sell out and change from year to year, so ask Christos what is available when you book.

What should you taste first?

Our pick is the Chardonnay. It was our favourite of the visit and a lovely match for the cheese platter. If you prefer something less familiar, try the Sémillon alongside it. Red drinkers can work up to the Syrah–Cabernet Sauvignon blend, the most expensive wine of the range.

Where can you buy Hadjicharalambous wines?

Only in two places: at the winery itself and at Ethos. Christos does not sell to wine shops or supermarkets, so you will not find these bottles on a shelf in Paphos or Limassol.

That makes a tasting the easiest way to stock up, and a bottle makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who thinks they know Cypriot wine. For other ideas, see our guides to where to buy wine in Cyprus and Cypriot wines and Commandaria for Christmas.

How do you book a visit?

Because only one group visits at a time, booking ahead is essential. Call Christos on 99 965270 (+357 99 965270) to arrange a day and time, tell him how many of you are coming, and ask about the current tasting options and price.

Can you hire the winery for a party or event?

Yes. The winery can be hired for private parties and events, from birthdays and anniversaries to small celebrations with friends or colleagues. The setting is intimate, so it suits gatherings that want a personal feel rather than a large venue. Call Christos to talk through dates, numbers and food.

How do you get to Stroumbi?

Stroumbi lies north of Paphos on the main road to Polis, roughly 20 minutes by car from Paphos town. The winery is in the centre of the village. A car is by far the easiest way to get there; if you plan to taste properly, bring a designated driver or arrange a taxi.

What other wineries are near Stroumbi?

Stroumbi sits on the Laona–Akamas wine route, so it is easy to make a day of it:

• Kamanterena Winery (SODAP), between Stroumbi and Polemi: a large cooperative winery with a tasting room open on weekdays.
• Vasilikon Winery, Kathikas: one of the first local wineries, with cheese platters and its own restaurant. See our Kathikas area guide.

Both appear in our 10 best wineries to visit in Cyprus, with opening hours and booking tips. Pair a small, personal tasting at Hadjicharalambous with one of these larger estates for a good contrast. For lunch or dinner back in town, see our food lover's guide to the best restaurants in Paphos.

Is it the same as Chatzicharalampous Winery in Koilani?

No, although the names sound almost identical. Chatzicharalampous Winery in Koilani, in the Limassol wine villages, is a different family business. Hadjicharalambous Winery, run by Christos, is in Stroumbi in the Paphos district. Check the village before you set off.

What to do next

Call Christos on 99 965270, pick a quiet afternoon and go hungry for the cheese. Start with the Chardonnay, take your time, and buy a bottle or two before you leave: you will not find them in the shops.