A young vineyard in Tinos’ unique rocky landscape practicing organic & biodynamic principles
South Aegean
Hello WWOOFers, I am Thalia, and together with my husband Nikiforos, we are cultivating a vineyard on the beautiful island of Tinos. Since 2022, we have been dedicated establishing our organic plot of land using a blend of biodynamic and permaculture principles.
Our philosophy is simple: we work in harmony with nature. By using traditional, low-intervention methods, we aim to foster a resilient ecosystem that produces healthy, happy plants. We believe that this respect for the land is directly reflected in the quality and taste of our grapes and the wine which we aspire to produce.
We live in Tinos with our dog Daisy and our 3 cats, and we look forward to sharing our passion for sustainable viticulture with you!
Spring is our most busy season, focused on guiding the vines' energy as they wake up. During this time our attention is on various tasks such as:
- Disbudding: removing secondary shoots to direct the plant’s energy to the main fruit-bearing branches.
- Tipping: Pruning the vine tips to control growth and balance.
- Biodynamic Practices: Learning to observe and support the soil and plants through a low-intervention lens.
- Starting a small vegetable garden for seasonal greens.
- Additional tasks like enriching the soil, compost-making and various maintenance works.
A typical day begins with the soft light of the beautiful sunrise and the rhythmic chime of goat bleats echoing across the land.
After breakfast with local Tinian products, work begins in the vineyard while the air is fresh. Mid-morning, we pause for a coffee and some snacks under the shade. We wrap up our work in the afternoon and finish with a good meal.
From there, the day is free to wander through villages, go for a swim, or simply rest in the stillness of the vineyard or the house.
WWOOFers will stay at the vineyard, in a charming, traditional and fully equipped small house on the property, including internet access.
In terms of food, we share our table and our love for local flavors with our volunteers. You can expect both vegetarian and meat dishes.
Our hobbies include swimming, hiking, woodworking, electrical and electronic applications, cooking, travelling and philosophy.
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Viticulture
Beer, cider, wine, or juice making
Renewable energy production
Mechanics / tools / technology
Methods or systems
Biodynamic agriculture
Holistic management
No-till farming
Permaculture
Regenerative agriculture
Host type
Production farm
Certified organic
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Thalia
Member since 2026
Languages spoken:
English, French, Greek, Italian
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South Aegean
Tinos Port/ Mykonos Airport
My past WWOOFers
Jeremie
April 2026
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07 - Ardèche, France
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Mitchell
United States
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April 2026
This is my futile attempt to capture my stay at Landinos Vineyard.
A Puttering Poem:
Amongst the towering granite boulders
And winding terraces organizing sandy soil
Marching grapevines begin to bud
And a modest stone house sits hidden
The icy north wind slams the cottage
Rhythmically like waves
It holds strong and quiet as a reef below
Here, i sit hidden too
At the worn wooden table
Feet chilled by the cool floor
But cozy under dim lights
Warmed by wholesome food in my belly
Staring blankly but not in a daze
Enthralled in thought; more a gaze.
Tales of gods, stars, and ancient vibrations
Send my mind into flight
But the rest is aligning
The feeling is light
But still tuned for a fight
Eager to rise with the sun
And work on the earth, drenched in sweat
And quietly watch as:
Foris calculates & executes his next intention
While
With the touch of a velvet hand…
Thalia loses herself tenderly pruning her vines
And
Daisy, we mustn’t forget Daisy,
Trots and ducks and wiggles
Searching every crack, nook, and tangle.
Then we sit round again
Sipping a potamisi nectar
Steaming plates set before us
Breathing stories to each other
With Thalia, Daisy, and Foris.
And because even that doesn't seem to be enough...a thought for each of you:
Thalia
Crouched in a sea of wildflowers. A gentle breath rises from out of sight. The soft sighs of complete contentment with her surroundings while she works. Like an airy spell being muttered. Steadily enshrouding and nourishing young buddin...
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