Our roots run deep in Mantinea.
A three-generation journey shaped by Arcadian land, organic cultivation and a continuous commitment to quality.
Mantinea, Arcadia.
Mantinea Herbs is based in Mantinea, Arcadia, in the Peloponnese, at an altitude of 620 metres.
Mantinea’s history and agricultural tradition are part of our company’s identity and our connection to the land.
What makes Mantinea truly special? The climate and the very earth beneath our feet.
At Mantinea Herbs, we cultivate aromatic plants using certified organic farming practices. Mantinea’s soil and climate contribute to the distinctive character of our herbs.
Our company takes its name from Mantinea, reflecting our roots and our commitment to continuing the area’s agricultural tradition with a modern, responsible approach.
A Three-Generation Journey.
Three generations, one passion. From cauliflower cultivation to fragrant oregano, our journey is a tale of tradition, innovation, and a whole lot of Hellenic heart.
Our journey began with the vision of Mr. Dimitris Karantounis, focusing on production and distribution of fresh cauliflower with innovative cultivation methods and machinery imported from central Europe.
In 1990, under Georgios Karantounis, the business expanded into Florence fennel and iceberg lettuce, while cultivation methods were modernised and ground cover was introduced.
In 2002, we began cultivating aromatic plants and propagating our first Greek oregano plants (Origanum vulgare L. subsp. hirtum).
The company rebranded to Mantinea Herbs; management passed to Panagiotis and Dimitris, with targeted investments in aromatic plant propagation, drying and processing.
The family remains at the helm, broadening the herb range and expanding the product portfolio to meet demand for Greek organic herbs.
Certified organic farming.
Certified organic farming, respect for the land and continuous quality improvement guide our decisions.
We adhere to European Union organic requirements and manage our cultivation without synthetic chemical pesticides, fungicides or herbicides. All Mantinea Herbs products are certified organic by BIO HELLAS.
The detailed production journey—from plant propagation and field preparation through harvest, natural drying and processing—is presented separately on our Cultivations page.
Returning value to the soil.
All plant residues resulting from the processing phase, such as stalks and branches, find purpose in composting. This enriches the soil, creating an environment abundant in organic matter and supporting a balanced ecosystem.
To lighten our environmental footprint, we use energy and water with thoughtful care, always kept at an operational minimum.
Pure organic Hellenic herbs, continually improved.
The Mantinea Herbs vision is to develop and expand our line of pure organic Hellenic Herbs by:
- Embracing herb cultivation through ecological and sustainable practices.
- Responsible production practices aimed at reducing environmental impact.
- Actively contributing to scientific research on the unique characteristics and quality of Hellenic herbs.
- Demonstrating an unwavering commitment to continuous quality improvement.