Dimitris Hatzimichalis is the founder and current managing director of Domaine Hatzimichalis. In 1973 he bought his first 9 hectares in Atalanti Valley which is located in Central Greece.

Atalanti Valley sits between the cool breezes of Mount Parnassus and the Euboean Gulf of the Aegean Sea. Atalanti was home to a tradition of smaller-scale viticulture before Domaine Hatzimichalis, which was an important factor in Dimitris’ investment. Their terroir is surrounded by an ideal ecosystem for the growing of vines.

The first years tend to be the most difficult, but thanks to Dmitris’ long-standing passion for breeding birds, he developed a farm for breeding turkeys, in particular, to support the vineyard’s expenses since the period from planting a vine to selling a bottle is long. The turkey has been our distinct logo ever since, which they proudly display on all of their wine labels and corks. To this day, Dimitris continues to breed these beautiful turkeys.
Within the next decade, the winery was recognized globally, earning several international awards. This recognition was not only due to Cabernet Sauvignon but also from other red and white varieties.

As a family wine-growing business, Domaine Hatzimichalis is now run by its founder and his two sons, and both of them are passionately contributing to the family business with their modern mindsets. They work hard to keep the tradition of the winery and maintain their father’s legacy.

Domaine’s People

Every year at Domaine Hatzimichalis, the harvest and pruning periods are performed by a group of skillful and experienced women. This was a deliberate choice, as Greek women are known for their caring, patient, and tender character, in addition to their overall courage and strength. 
As a family wine-growing business, Domaine Hatzimichalis is now run by its founder and his two sons, and both of them are passionately contributing to the family business with their modern mindsets. They work hard to keep the tradition of the winery and maintain their father’s legacy.

Available to visit:

Houlevena, 352 00, Atalante, Fthiotida
Tel.: +30 22330 23 172, fax: 22330 23 619
e-mail: forum.hatzimichalis@gmail.com