Selene Vedema Returns on September 26–27

Selene Vedema 2025, the annual two-day celebration dedicated to the Santorini vineyard, returns this September in the atmospheric setting of Selene Restaurant in Fira. This year’s edition comes even more refreshed and refined, featuring immersive wine masterclasses, rare labels from Santorini and around the world, world-renowned guest speakers, and exquisite gastronomic events with a touch of Michelin-star magic.

Taking place on September 26 and 27, this year’s theme, “Legends will be poured in our glasses and we will taste history itself,” captures the essence of what promises to be an unforgettable wine celebration, honoring craftsmanship, terroir, and legacy.

Under the curation of Yiannis Karakasis MW, Selene Vedema 2025 will include the Vedema Grand Tasting, a full-day exhibition showcasing the finest Santorini wines presented by their very own producers, as well as two experiential wine masterclasses.

The program also includes an exceptional 4-Hands Dinner, where Michelin-starred chefs Ettore Botrini and George Papazacharias will combine their culinary visions, offering a tasting journey that blends Santorinian flavors with modern techniques. The celebration will reach its peak with the Wine Legends Dinner, hosted in the presence of Pierre Lurton, the man behind the legendary Château d’Yquem and Château Cheval Blanc. During this exclusive dinner, guests will taste remarkable vintages of Château d’Yquem, Ygrec, and Cheval Blanc, paired with a refined menu created by Executive Chef Hector Botrini and the culinary team of Katikies Group.

Following the artistic spirit of previous years, this year’s Selene Vedema will also launch with the opening of a sculpture exhibition, enriching the event’s cultural footprint. More details about the exhibition will be announced soon.

Two Days of Wine, Taste & Art – Full Program

Friday, September 26

Wine Masterclasses
– Estate Argyros Vertical – Cuvée Monsignori & Cuvée Evdemon
A rare vertical tasting in collaboration with Estate Argyros, featuring two of its most iconic wines, Cuvée Monsignori and Cuvée Evdemon. A journey through time, place, and vision, led by Yiannis Karakasis MW and Matthew Argyros.
13:30–15:00 | St. Joseph Wine Cave

– Santorini vs the World
Following the success of previous masterclasses such as Assyrtiko vs Riesling and Assyrtiko vs Burgundy, Yiannis Karakasis MW presents a new blind tasting experience. Six top Santorini Assyrtiko wines go head-to-head with six world-class labels from the global vineyard. A session full of surprises and revelations about Assyrtiko’s global potential.
17:00–18:30 | St. Joseph Wine Cave

4-Hands Dinner
Two Michelin-starred chefs, Ettore Botrini, Executive Chef of Katikies Group, and George Papazacharias of Delta Restaurant, the only Greek restaurant with two Michelin stars, join forces for a once-in-a-lifetime dinner. In the evocative ambiance of Katikies Garden, guests will enjoy a bold and harmonious culinary experience that celebrates creativity, locality, and technical excellence.
19:00 | Selene Restaurant

Saturday, September 27

Vedema Grand Tasting
From 12:00 to 18:00, the iconic St. Joseph Wine Cave will host the grand wine tasting, where producers will personally present their wines from the Santorini vineyard.

Wine Legends Dinner
An evening that brings together wine excellence and culinary brilliance. A lineup of vintages from Château d’Yquem, Ygrec, and Cheval Blanc will be presented by Pierre Lurton and Yiannis Karakasis MW, accompanied by a high-end tasting menu by Chef Ettore Botrini, Executive Chef of Katikies Group.
19:00 | Selene Restaurant

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