Located in the city of Patras (Peloponnese) winery of Achaia heads wide is one of the largest wineries of Greece, whose products are today exported to many countries in the world.

In 1854 after a business trip Bavarian entrepreneur Gustav heads wide was so captivated by the magnificent natural landscapes of the Peloponnese, and especially the city of Patras that decided to settle here and winemaking. He bought in patrai 60 acres of land at an altitude of 500 m above sea level and built a castle, in which, in fact, in 1861 and founded the winery. Despite the fact that initially heads wide considered winemaking more as a hobby (purely for own consumption) and the production on an industrial scale is not expected, a small private enterprise soon became the real birthplace of legendary wines.

In 1873, the winery presented the famous wine Mavrodaphne is a sweet red fortified wine (a dark, almost opaque with a distinctive purple hue) with a unique refined aroma and taste of caramel, chocolate, coffee, raisins and plums. For over 100 years, Mavrodaphne is one of the most famous and popular brands in the Achaia heads wide". Over time the production started and the famous wine "Moscato" and "Domestica", which quickly gained popularity, both in the domestic market of the country and beyond.

During its long history, the winery of Achaia heads wide, strictly control the quality of its products, has received many different awards, medals and diplomas and has an impeccable reputation in the global wine market.

Winery of Achaia heads wide today one of the most popular attractions in the city of Patras, which is annually visited by many tourists. You can make a small but fascinating tour of the famous wine cellars to taste and buy wine.