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Our Cooperative
Agricultural Cooperative Winery & Distillery
The Agricultural Cooperative Winery & Distillery of Tyrnavos was founded in 1961 by the vine-growers of the Tyrnavos region, with the aim of utilizing the area’s rich grape-producing potential through the production and bottling of wine. Today, with its approximately 500 vine-growers as members, it is active in the production of wines, spirits, and beverages, distributing its products across almost all of Greece and abroad.
It is governed by a seven-member elected Board of Directors and managed by the General Director and the Deputy General Director. Its departments include the Oenology Department, the Agronomy Department, the Production Department, the Finance Department, and the Commerce & Marketing Department.
The Cooperative participates in investment and research programs, is an active member of industry organizations and institutions, takes part in events and exhibitions, and serves as a point of reference within the local community.
The Cooperative’s winery is a modern facility shaped by several decades of evolution. Today, it houses all the necessary equipment for producing high-quality wine, including destemmers, pneumatic presses, vinificators, stainless-steel temperature-controlled tanks, filters, cooling systems, and more.<br>Underground areas provide ideal conditions for aging wines in barrels, while the new above-ground storage spaces are specially designed for the proper preservation of our products.
The Cooperative’s modern distillery facilities ensure the exceptional quality of Tsipouro of Tyrnavos. <br>High-technology steam stills, operating in batch mode with the capability for multiple distillations, combined with the supervision of experienced staff and specialized laboratory controls, produce spirits that are guaranteed and of premium quality. At the same time, they fully utilize the varietal potential of Muscat grapes, highlighting the delicate flavor and rich aroma that characterize our distillates.
The “heart” of the production process and product development beats in the Cooperative’s oenological laboratory.<br>With the support of modern laboratory and technical infrastructure, the scientific staff guides, monitors, and controls the production of all products. It carries out a wide range of analyses and inspections, ensuring the safety and quality of the grapes, wines, and spirits.
With the agronomy department continuously monitoring the ripening of the vineyards, and the oenology department determining the exact timing of the harvest and the grape reception process, the highest possible quality is ensured.<br>For more than a month, the Winery becomes the central point of reference for the entire region, as grapes are its primary agricultural product. The vine-growers, who are members of the Cooperative harvest their grapes and deliver them to the winery for processing. More than 10,000 tons are received each year.
Years
65
of tradition
Vine-Growers
451
dedicated
of vineyards
930
hectares
processed annually
10.000
tons of grapes
Our Cooperative
Profile
The Agricultural Cooperative Winery & Distillery of Tyrnavos (A.C.W.D. of Tyrnavos) consists of 451 vine-grower members from the wider Tyrnavos region: specifically, 249 from the area of Tyrnavos, 125 from Damasi, 38 from Ampelonas, 21 from Deleria, 14 from Argyropouli, and 4 from Agia Sofia–Platanoulia.
The members of the Cooperative cultivate a total area of 930 hectares. The largest part is planted with Muscat of Tyrnavos (590 hectares), followed by Roditis (Alepou) with 160 hectares. The quantities of grapes processed each year by the Cooperative range from 10,000 to 13,000 tons. The products derived from this processing include PGI wines, Varietal and Table wines, Tsipouro of Tyrnavos, Ouzo of Tyrnavos, as well as concentrated and rectified concentrated musts.
Our wines and spirits are produced and packaged in over 80 labels/packaging formats and are sold across almost all of Greece (see map), while a portion is exported to Europe and to third countries.
The winery employs 60 permanent staff members (15 of whom are degree holders), while an additional 40 seasonal workers are employed during the harvest period.
The Cooperative’s facilities cover an area of 50,000 m², and the available tank storage capacity reaches 150,000 hectoliters.
”“At last, the administration’s vision for further modernization over the next seven years can be fulfilled through our inclusion in an investment program concerning building facilities and equipment. This investment program, amounting to 4,850,000 euros, will help us operate as an even more modern plant, to the benefit of the Cooperative and its members. We continue with the same faith, the same dedication, and a strong desire for contribution and creativity. We will not stop striving, producing, planning, and innovating.”
Christos TsitsiringosPresident, Agricultural Cooperative Winery & Distillery of Tyrnavos
”“At last, the administration’s vision for further modernization over the next seven years can be fulfilled through our inclusion in an investment program concerning building facilities and equipment. This investment program, amounting to 4,850,000 euros, will help us operate as an even more modern plant, to the benefit of the Cooperative and its members. We continue with the same faith, the same dedication, and a strong desire for contribution and creativity. We will not stop striving, producing, planning, and innovating.”
Christos TsitsiringosPresident, Agricultural Cooperative Winery & Distillery of Tyrnavos
Our Cooperative
Cooperative Bodies
The bodies of the Cooperative are:
- The General Assembly
- The Board of Directors
- The Supervisory Council
The General Assembly is the highest governing body of the Cooperative and is composed of all its members.
Our Cooperative
Board of Directors
The newly elected Board of Directors of the Agricultural Cooperative Winery & Distillery of Tyrnavos, formed following the elections of 13/04/2025, was constituted as follows:
| President | Christos Tsitsiringos |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Apostolos Evangelopoulos |
| Secretary | Apostolos Kalmpouris (son of Thomas) |
| Treasurer | Daniil Nakas |
| Member | Georgios Grepos |
| Member | Ioannis Manikas |
| Member | Diogenis Balafas |
The Supervisory Council of the Agricultural Cooperative Winery & Distillery of Tyrnavos, formed following the elections of 13/04/2025, was constituted as follows:
| President | Apostolos Kalmpouris (son of Dimitrios) |
|---|---|
| Member | Emmanouil Loutsos |
| Member | Athanasios Sioulas |
500 Vine-grower Members
The Cooperative has 500 vine-growers from across the Tyrnavos region, cultivating a total of 900 hectares.
Awards for Exceptional Quality
Awards & Distinctions
With decades of experience and expertise in distillation — as well as the unique Moschato Tyrnavou grape variety — the Cooperative has earned numerous international recognitions and awards for the outstanding quality of its wines and spirits, in prestigious competitions in Greece and abroad. Many of the wines we produce have been awarded, including Moschato Tyrnavou Blanc de Noir & Roze, Rodinos, and the distinctive saffron-infused Tsipouro Stigma (International Gold Medal 2015), as well as our five-year Oak-aged Tsipouro, OLD SPIRIT (International Gold Medal 2017). With a recent distinction for our Ouzo (“Best Ouzo of the Competition” at the 24th Thessaloniki Wine & Spirits Trophy 2024), the Cooperative continues to receive significant accolades. Above all, we have achieved a widely recognized and high-quality Tsipouro — honored many times with awards and distinctions — yet the greatest reward remains the trust and appreciation of consumers over the decades.
2025
See all awards of 2025:
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Mastiha
Gold Award 2025
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Anise
Silver Award 2025
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro without Anise
Silver Award 2025
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tyrnavos Ouzo
Silver Award 2025
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Silver Award 2025
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Roditis
Bronze Medal 2025
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Moscato Tyrnavou Rosé
Bronze Medal 2025
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Moscato Tyrnavou White
Bronze Medal 2025
25th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Assyrtiko & Moschato Tyrnavou
Bronze Medal 2025
2024
See all awards of 2024 :
24th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tyrnavos Ouzo
Best Ouzo 2024
24th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tyrnavos Ouzo
Gold Award 2024
24th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Mastiha
Silver Award 2024
24th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro without Anise
Silver Award 2024
24th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Bronze Medal 2024
24th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Moscato Tyrnavou Rosé
Bronze Medal 2024
24th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Rodinos White 0.75L
Bronze Medal 2024
2023
See all awards of 2023 :
23rd Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Stigma
Bronze Medal 2023
23rd Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Mastic
Bronze Medal 2023
23rd Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Bronze Medal 2023
23rd Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Moscato Tyrnavou White
Bronze Medal 2023
2022
See all awards of 2022 :
22nd Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Anise
Bronze Medal 2022
22nd Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Bronze Medal 2022
2021
See all awards of 2021 :
21st Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro without Anise
Silver Medal 2021
21st Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Silver Medal 2021
21st Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Anise
Bronze Medal 2021
2020
See all awards of 2020 :
20th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Gold Award 2020
20th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Anise
Bronze Medal 2020
20th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro without Anise
Bronze Medal 2020
2019
See all awards of 2019 :
PAR Greek Wine Award της WINE System AG.
Thessalikos
White Dry Wine
Silver Medal 2019
The International
Wine & Spirit Competition, UK
Old Spirit
Bronze Medal 2019
2018
See all awards of 2018 :
18th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Best Distillate 2018
18th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Gold Award 2018
The International
Wine & Spirit Competition, UK
Stigma
Bronze Medal 2018
The International
Wine & Spirit Competition, UK
Tsipouro without Anise
Bronze Medal 2018
2017
See all awards of 2017 :
17th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Anise
Gold Award 2017
17th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro without Anise
Gold Award 2017
17th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Gold Award 2017
17th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
EVOSMON White
Silver Medal 2017
PAR Greek Wine Award by WINE System AG
EVOSMON White
Medal 331 28558
Silver Medal 2017
PAR Greek Wine Award by WINE System AG
EVOSMON Rosé
Medal 331 28559
Silver Medal 2017
PAR Greek Wine Award της WINE System AG.
Rodinos
Medal 331 28560
Silver Medal 2017
The International Wine & Spirit Competition, England
EVOSMON White
Silver Medal 2017
The International Wine & Spirit Competition, England
Rodinos
Bronze Medal 2017
Challenge International du Vin
Rodinos
Bronze Medal 2017
2016
See all awards of 2016 :
16th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Old Spirit
Gold Award 2016
2015
See all awards of 2015 :
15th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Tsipouro with Anise
Gold Award 2015
15th Thessaloniki International Wine & Spirits Competition
Stigma
Gold Award 2015
2012
See all awards of 2012 :
International Wine Competition, Interwine, Canton, China
Rodinos Rose
Best Rose Wine 2012
