Combining the composition of the earth, the structure and geological factors, the porosity, the pH value and water balance, and the trace elements are what make up the soil and subsoil.

The four sections of terroirs of Domaine Hatzimichalis are: The Old Vineyards , the Lower Vineyards, and the Upper Vineyards that have been known as vine-growing locations for centuries, , and the New Vineyards, which were newly grown by Dimitris Hatzimichalis. Each of these sections is divided into individual terroirs, which in turn are fragmented to systematically cultivate different grape varieties.

To understand the climate and microclimate of a region, we assess not only the temperature, but also the vineyard’s orientation to sun exposure, winds, and rainfall. In Atalanti Valley, the uniqueness of our ecosystem stems from the vineyard's ability to cool naturally from a cross-breeze created from Mt Parnassus to the sea coast of Euboea; an advantage in both the summer and winter.

Diversity in vineyards is a key component, and for us it allows for the creation of a wide variety of authentic wines with distinctive style. The ecosystem combines factors such as latitude and longitude, flora and fauna, topography and environment, which influence the grape’s characteristics.

Domaine Hatzimichalis uses the Ancient Greek term “Chora” to describe the combination of land and climate, or as the French call it, the “Terroir”. “Chora” was inspired by 4th century philosopher Theophrastus, a student of Aristotle.

According to Theophrastus… ‘‘To have a successful viticulture, the winemaker must combine soil, climate and ecosystem."