From regenerative viticulture to the international scientific community
Recent moves by Estates Costa Lazaridi, Lyrarakis Winery, and Alpha Estate point to a more serious future for Greek wine, shaped by soil health, measurable practice, and international scientific exchange.
By Yiannis Karakasis MW
Some developments matter because they signal where Greek wine is truly heading. Recent moves by Estates Costa Lazaridi, Lyrarakis Winery, and Alpha Estate point to a more serious future shaped by regenerative viticulture, measurable vineyard practice, and stronger links with the international scientific community.
Estates Costa Lazaridi recently announced that they earned Regenerative Viticulture Certification for their vineyards in Drama and Kapandriti, Attica, making them the first winery in Greece to attain this internationally recognised certification from the AGW, as recommended by the Regenerative Viticulture Organisation. Simultaneously, on January 13, 2026, Lyrarakis Winery also received certification from the Greek certifying body DIO. (Organic Regenerative Viticulture Certified).
This development is particularly important, as regenerative viticulture involves more than just careful vineyard management; it adopts a holistic approach to improve soil life, biodiversity, and ecosystem resilience.
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