Bibon, the first Bibliotecha Oenologica in Greece, is a haven of discovery, knowledge and collaboration.
It is implemented by Boutaris Foundation with the cooperation of Public Central Library of Veria and the non-profit civil partnership of Future Library. Situated in Naoussa, a wine region with outstanding contribution in the development of viticulture and winemaking in Greece, BIBON is to work as a bridge between the rich storied history and the sustainable future of Greek Wine.
Bibon is installed in a landmark of high symbolism and cultural value; The listed building where the first winery of Ioannis Boutaris used to operate on the ground floor of the family residence.
The interior space of Bibon is openhearted and accessible to all.
The mission of Bibon is to
– bring together the past and the future, tradition and science, natural and augmented reality, sensory experiences and factual information
– promote wine culture and civilization through events and activations for all age groups, as well as special educational programs
– endorse scientific research focusing on mitigating the challenges of climate action towards a sustainable viticulture
– offer a forum of discussion and collaborative action among local and broader communities, students, scientists and researchers, businesses and unions, local authorities and associations, and of course among winemakers, vine growers, trade, wine tourism agents and wine enthusiasts.
The official opening on Sunday, November 9th, 2025, is a milestone for Greek Wine and its culture, while also shining a spotlight on the Heroic City of Naoussa, a wine region with a huge contribution to the development of viticulture and winemaking in our country.
The listed building at 17 Hatzimalousi Street, the home and winery of the Boutaris family in the early 20th century, houses the great project of Bibon. An impressive space of high architectural and cultural value that acts as a bridge between the rich history and the sustainable future of Greek Wine. Part of the network of the Public Central Library of Veria, it is the first thematic library, a multidimensional space for study, research, education and interaction that offers access to specialized books and magazines, a reading room, electronic resources and databases. Bibon’s initial collection includes the donations of Dr. Stavroula Kourakou-Dragona and Yiannis Boutaris, as well as archival material from “Kyr-Yianni” and “Boutari Winery”. The aim is to continuously enrich the collection, while at the same time the creation of the first digital Wine Library with material (archives, labels, objects, photographs, etc.) from the winemakers of the region will also begin.
The inauguration of Bibon, on Sunday, November 9, is open to all, offering a rich program of events. Coinciding with the World Wine Tourism Day, the first Wine Library of our country is a unique destination. An essential stop, a meeting point and information about the wineries of the region, which deserves to have a place in the program of the visitor to Naoussa.
