Lees Aging

A technique where wine is left in contact with dead yeast cells (lees) to enhance texture and flavor.

FAQs

What is the lees aging process? 

Aging on lees is the process in which the wine matures on the fine lees (mainly autolyzed yeasts). This aging can be done either by stirring the wine to keep the lees in suspension or without stirring.

How does lees aging affect wine characteristics?

Wines aged on the lees usually exhibit:

• Creamy texture
• Notes of nuts and bread
• Richer and more complex mouthfeel
• Greater complexity and aging potential

Do Hatzidakis wines utilize lees aging? 

All the wines of our winery are aged on the fine lees, with the shortest period for our rosé made from Mandilaria and the longest for our Assyrtiko de Louros.