Titos Titakis establishes the first family winery in Kalloni. With limited means, he develops the first commercial activity and brings his wines beyond local boundaries, laying the foundations for the family’s future evolution.

Nikolaos Titakis takes over, further developing the commercial activity and broadening the wines’ presence across Greece.

The first retail store is established in Heraklion (54 Chrysostomou Street) and continues to operate to this day as a reference point for wine enthusiasts.

The first privately owned vineyards are planted at the “Marathoriako” estate (Praitoria), with Vilana, Merlot, and Syrah.

Production is transferred to modern winemaking facilities in the village of Kounavoi, enhancing both capacity and quality.

The international variety Chardonnay is planted at the “Petousis” estate in the Praitoria area.

The third generation assumes an active role. Maria Titaki takes over the organization and management of winemaking, while Titos Titakis leads the company’s administration and strategic development, marking the transition to a more contemporary operating model.

The first Merlot and Chardonnay labels are bottled from estate-grown grapes.

The winery strengthens its presence in Greece and internationally, actively participating in exhibitions and becoming a member of the D.O.N.I. network and Wines of Crete.

Impetus Red is released, the winery’s first premium label from estate-owned vineyards.

A new estate vineyard is established in the Gagales area (“Amygdalia”), focused on Cretan indigenous white varieties, including Vidiano, Moscato Spinas, and Malvasia Aromatica.

Assyrtiko is planted at the “Pano Kavoura” estate. A second retail store is also established in Heraklion.

The winery’s wines receive their first major international distinctions, with Impetus standing out, followed by Vidiano–Moscato and Moscato Spinas.

In 2019, Fabrika Wine Experience is created, redefining the winery visit as a complete experience

New plantings at the Kala Kefalia estate with international red varieties enhance sustainability and control over grape sourcing.

The acquisition of the former CRETA OLYMPIAS (Mediterra Winery) facilities significantly increases production capacity and strengthens operational autonomy.

Titakis Winery integrates the historic MINOS – MILIARAKIS brand, strengthening its portfolio and position in the Greek market while bringing together two key paths of Cretan wine into a unified trajectory.

The story of MINOS – MILIARAKIS dates back to the mid-19th century in the Peza region, one of Crete’s most important viticultural areas.

In 1932, the MINOS company is established, becoming one of the first organized wineries on the island. In 1952, the first bottled wine in Crete is produced, marking the transition from bulk wine to bottled quality production.

In 1982, the winery is modernized with a new bottling line, stainless steel tanks, and an organized ageing cellar with French oak barrels, setting new standards for the Cretan vineyard.

Today, this historic legacy becomes part of the broader vision of Titakis Winery, strengthening both its portfolio and cultural footprint.