Assyrtiko Maison 2021 Domaine Ligas

Assyrtiko Maison – Domaine Ligas

Philosophy in the vineyard

Assyrtiko Maison reflects Thomas Ligas’ commitment to natural farming in Giannitsa, Thessaloniki. Vines grow on sandy-limestone soils and are cultivated without systemic treatments, herbicides, or irrigation. The aim is to preserve and express the identity of the land in its most vibrant and honest form.

Minimalist cellar approach

In the winery, simplicity reigns. Native yeast fermentation, no extended skin contact, and ageing in steel or neutral vessels preserve Assyrtiko’s purity and clarity. No fining, no filtering, no added SO₂. A truly “maison” wine—humble, expressive, and alive.

Tasting notes

Bright straw yellow with green highlights. The nose offers lemon peel, white flowers, thyme and wet stone. On the palate, it’s tense and juicy, with crisp acidity and a long, citrusy finish. A clean, mineral-driven white with Mediterranean soul. Perfect for immediate enjoyment, yet structured enough to age.

Technical sheet

• Producer: Domaine Ligas

• Name: Assyrtiko Maison

• Grape: 100% Assyrtiko

• Region: Giannitsa, Thessaloniki, Greece

• Soil: Sandy-limestone

• Farming: Natural, dry-farmed

• Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation, steel vats

• Ageing: Steel/neutral tank

• Fining/Filtering: None

• Added SO₂: None

• Production: Limited

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Domaine Ligas – Natural Wines from Northern Greece

A family story of tradition and experimentation

Founded by Thomas Ligas in the 1980s in the village of Giannitsa, north of Thessaloniki, Domaine Ligas is a pioneer of natural winemaking in Greece. After studying oenology in France, Thomas embraced a radical, soil-focused approach with zero chemicals. Today, the estate is led by his children, Meli and Jason Ligas, who continue to evolve the vision while respecting their father’s legacy.

Living vineyards and local varieties

The vineyards are farmed using natural and regenerative methods, on sandy and calcareous soils surrounded by wild herbs and forests. No irrigation, herbicides, or systemic treatments are used. Indigenous varieties such as Roditis, Kydonitsa, Xinomavro, Limniona, and Assyrtiko are grown and expressed with purity.

Respectful and minimal intervention in the cellar

In the cellar, everything is done by gravity, with no fining or filtration. Native yeasts drive the fermentation, often with long skin contact and ageing in stainless steel, old wood or amphorae. The wines are alive, honest and vibrant, showing the land’s full identity.