Kounaki Wines tasting, Embonas

Kounaki Wines is a winery tasting stop in Embonas (Embona), the main wine village of Rhodes in Greece's South Aegean region. Embonas sits on the slopes below Mount Attavyros, the highest peak on the island, and its vineyards are the heart of Rhodian viticulture, producing wines from local varieties such as the white Athiri and the red Amorgiano (Mandilaria). The operator is listed as Kounaki Wines; the source material does not state how long the winery has been operating, so no founding date is given here. The experience is a winery tasting of Rhodian wines. Tour pages report the tasting as free, which makes it one of the lowest-cost food and drink stops on the island. The number of wines poured is not specified in the listing, and the experience is drinks-focused rather than a meal, so there is no savoury versus sweet balance to speak of beyond whatever light snacks the winery may offer. Included is the tasting itself; transport to Embonas, meals and bottle purchases are not included, and visitors normally reach the village by rental car, taxi or an organised excursion from Rhodes Town, roughly an hour's drive across the island's interior. Group size and language are not stated, but small walk-in groups and informal service are typical for village wineries here. Visitors with dietary needs should note that wine tasting itself is generally vegetarian-friendly, though food pairings, if offered, should be checked directly. The reported best season is April to September, when the vineyards are green and the village cafes and tavernas along the main road are open. Many visitors combine the stop with lunch in Embonas and a visit to nearby Emery Winery. Because the tasting is free, purchasing a bottle is the customary courtesy.