JIMA Boutique Winery participates in Greek Wine Day 2025.
Is a family-run estate dedicated to crafting high-quality, gastronomic wines that embody the essence of their unique terroir. Combining tradition, science, and artistry, JIMA has become a symbol of refined winemaking in Epirus, Greece.
The winery established in 2013 and the founders are Panos & Dr. Kristy Jima
Location: Kalomodia Village, Family’s Grange
Head Winemaker: Panos (MSc Chemist–Oenologist, DipWSET holder, WSET instructor, and wine writer)
Situated in Kalomodia village near the Ambracian Gulf and Arachthos estuary, the vineyards benefit from a Mediterranean climate moderated by cooling Ionian Sea breezes. This unique geography provides ideal conditions for producing elegant and expressive wines.
Vineyard Regions
- Ambracian Gulf (Arta)
- Latitude: 39.05°N
• Altitude: Sea level
• Soil: Dense grey clay
• Varieties: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Vertzami (indigenous black grape)
“Clay produces powerful wines, but still with finesse.”
- Wine Villages of Ioannina (Zitsa area)
- Latitude: 39.45°N
• Altitude: 400–700m
• Soil: Metamorphic rocks (slate, schist, granite, marble)
• Varieties: Debina (white), Vlahiko (black)
• Features: Old vines (40+ years), noted for minerality and complexity.
- Konitsa Vineyard
- Latitude: 40.02°N
• Altitude: 450–600m
• Soil: Gravel
• Varieties: Gewurztraminer, Debina, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Vlahiko, Bekari
• Features: Historic slope vineyard with cold air movement and ideal sun exposure.
JIMA’s vineyards are managed with deep respect for nature and biodiversity. Practices include cover crops, natural vegetation, the use of animal manure, and manual pruning and harvest. No herbicides or pesticides are applied, ensuring sustainable, healthy ecosystems.
Cellar Practices
The winery employs a diverse range of fermentation vessels and ageing techniques. Long maturation and careful blending yield wines of balance, elegance, and longevity.
Key cellar practices include:
• Open-top fermentation
• Intact berry and whole-bunch fermentation
• Appassimento and skin maceration (especially Debina)
• Amphora rosé maturation and precise barrique management
The Symbol of the winery
The Stork – emblem of JIMA Winery, representing harmony, grace, and family continuity.
Wine & Art
JIMA’s artistry extends beyond the vineyard. Merlot and Cabernet Franc serve as the winery’s central varietals, expressing both structure and sensuality — a bridge between science and art.
Discover Epirus
Visitors can experience the beauty of Epirus by staying at Adagio–JIMA Luxury Apartments, located near the estate. Nearby attractions include Aoos River, the historic Arta Stone Bridge, the picturesque Papigo villages, Ioannina Lake, and Preveza Long Beach.
JIMA Club
Wine lovers are invited to join the JIMA Club at www.jimawinery.com.
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