Roditis Barrique 2021 Domaine Ligas

Roditis Barrique – Domaine Ligas

Philosophy in the vineyard

Roditis Barrique comes from the natural vineyards of Giannitsa, in Greek Macedonia. Domaine Ligas cultivates the Roditis grape with full respect for biodiversity and soil health. The dry, breezy climate allows for slow and balanced ripening, with no irrigation or chemical inputs—just thoughtful, regenerative farming.

In the cellar

The winemaking is hands-off: spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts, short skin contact, and ageing in used barrels. No fining, no filtration, and no added sulfites. The barrel elevates depth and texture, while preserving the grape’s native identity and freshness.

Tasting notes

The wine pours a deep golden hue with coppery glints. Aromas of dried apricot, wild herbs, honey, and flint. On the palate, it’s saline and layered, with subtle grip from skin contact and a smoky, persistent finish. Roditis Barrique is a bold yet precise white wine, ideal for complex dishes or contemplation.

Technical sheet

• Producer: Domaine Ligas

• Name: Roditis Barrique

• Grape: 100% Roditis

• Region: Giannitsa, Thessaloniki, Greece

• Soil: Sandy-limestone

• Farming: Natural, dry-farmed

• Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation, short maceration

• Invecchiamento: Botti usate

• Chiarifica/Filtraggio: Nessuno

• SO₂ aggiunto: Nessuno

• Produzione: Limitato

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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.