Landscape Characteristics

1. Mountainous Terrain:
   • From viticultural plateaus overlooking the sea, to river valleys situated on the south west slopes of the Troodos Mountains.
   • Vineyards are often on terraced slopes and plateaus, ranging from 250 to 1200 meters in elevation.
   • Varied microclimates enhance the cultivation of diverse grape varieties.
2. Scenic Vineyards:
   • Home to Biodiversity sanctuary in Akamas, Kathikas, Ezousa and Diarizos Valley rival in beauty to Vouni Panayia Appellation.
   • Known for its rich productivity capacity, the area houses also most diverse production models, from Cyprus largest Cooperative, monasteries and modern wineries involved in growing tourism.
3. Natural Beauty and Biodiversity:
   • Pafos Forests and Akamas are natural landmarks along river valleys of Ezousa and Diarizos.
   • Ungrafted traditional bush trained vineyards blend seamlessly with olive groves, almond trees, and carob orchards.
4. Cultural and Historical Sites:
   • Encompasses archaeological legendary treasures of Aphrodite and Dyonisus as greco-roman mosaics among other world heritage sites.

Historical and Cultural Impact

• Wine production dates back to antiquity, flourishing under Byzantine, Lusignan, and Venetian influences – Paphos mosaics are a testament to importance of wine growing and wine rituals in daily lives.
• While modern viticulture favoured chanelled most of the production to the wine complex situated near the port quarters of Limassol, post-independence government policies influenced island production in the area.
• In actual times, wide range of viticultural families seek further to create own productive structures to sustain profitability also looking at wine tourism in proximity for the sustenance of heritage vineryards.

The Paphos wine region blends its rich history, diverse landscape, and commitment to sustainability to remain a cornerstone of Cypriot viticulture and a captivating destination for wine enthusiasts.

Viticultural Highlights

Climate and Soils:

• • Mediterranean climate, temperate with hot summers, mild winters, and rainfall of 365 mm per year, july and august being hotest months.
  • While limestone and volcanic soils dominate, Paphos agricultural area benefits from underground water availability.

Sustainability Efforts:

• • Adoption of organic and biodynamic farming, renewable energy, and efficient water management.
  • Alignment with European sustainability certifications enhances environmental stewardship.

Wine Styles:

• • A mix of traditional and innovative winemaking methods reflects the region’s terroir as well as region’s adaptation to policies put in place seeking to increase viability of agricultural activity.