Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninlow
Aciditymedium
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 2 to 8 years from vintage.
vintage2 yrs8 yrs10 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninMedium acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: white blossom, pear, honeysuckle

Palate: floral, soft citrus, saline mineral

Rare monovarietal Aidani: lifted floral aromatics, softer-shouldered than Assyrtiko, with a saline volcanic mineral core.

What it pairs with

  • Steamed clams with garlic
    Floral lift and saline mineral pair with delicate shellfish liquor.
  • Asian noodle salads
    Floral aromatics handle gentle chilli and lime dressings.
  • Goat cheese with figs
    Honeysuckle and pear bridge tangy fresh cheese and sweet fruit.

How to serve Hatzidakis Aidani

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
  2. Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Steamed clams with garlic, Asian noodle salads, Goat cheese with figs. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Aidani is one of the two minor partners in the PDO Santorini blend. Hatzidakis bottled it monovarietally to demonstrate its lifted floral character apart from the dominant Assyrtiko.

  1. 2008: Hatzidakis Aidani introduced as a rare single-varietal expression

Facts

Producer
Hatzidakis Winery · visiting guide
Grapes
Aidani
Classification
PGI Cyclades
Oak
Stainless steel and lees ageing
ABV
13.0%
Price
EUR 30-45 at retail
Drinking window
2-8 from vintage
First vintage
2008
Organic
ORGANIC CERTIFIED

Frequently asked about Hatzidakis Aidani

What does Hatzidakis Aidani taste like?

On the nose, white blossom, pear, honeysuckle. On the palate, floral, soft citrus, saline mineral. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, medium acidity with a long finish. Rare monovarietal Aidani: lifted floral aromatics, softer-shouldered than Assyrtiko, with a saline volcanic mineral core.

When should I drink Hatzidakis Aidani?

Drink 2-8 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Hatzidakis Aidani?

Steamed clams with garlic is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Asian noodle salads and Goat cheese with figs. Floral lift and saline mineral pair with delicate shellfish liquor.

What grapes are in Hatzidakis Aidani?

The blend is Aidani. The wine is classified as PGI Cyclades.

Tags

aidani dry hidden gem medium acid medium body medium term mood easygoing mood fruity occasion aperitivo occasion summer old world organic pairs with asian cuisine pairs with shellfish pairs with soft cheese price premium still white

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