Domaine Chatzivaritis, Migma Petnat White, Kilkis, Goumenissa, Greece, 2023

Product code: 5529

Producer Profile

Founded in 1994 by Vagelis Chatzivaritis, the Chatzivaritis Estate is located in the heart of Goumenissa, Macedonia.

The property spans 20ha of organically farmed vineyards across the regions of Bindabla, Filyria, Plagia, Pentalofos and Griva, cultivating indigenous grape varieties such as Xinomavro, Negoska, Roditis, Malagousia, Muscat and Assyrtiko, along with small plots of international varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. In 2017, Vagelis’ daughter, Chloi, returned to Greece after completing winemaking studies in France and Portugal. She brought with her a modern, low-intervention philosophy along with less familiar winemaking techniques such as pétillant naturel (‘pét nat’) and carbonic maceration.

Viticulture

The Migma white is sourced from grapes organically and biodynamically grown vines Muscat with Malagousia from the light, sandy clay soils of Goumenissa situated at an altitude of 700 metres.

Winemaking

The grapes are hand harvested and carefully sorted in the vineyard and winery. Skin maceration takes place for Muscat over 1 night before the juices from the 2 varieties are put together and spontaneous co-fermentation is allowed to take place between Muscat and Malagousia in INOX tanks. The wine is bottled mid-fermentation, allowing fermentation to complete naturally in the bottle. There are no additions, fining, or filtration involved Maturation: aged on lees in the bottle for 6 months. The process culminates in manual disgorgement, and notably, no sulphur is added.

Tasting Note

Migma Pet-Nat Rosé dazzles with an intense pink colour and an inviting bouquet bursting with fresh cherries and strawberries. On the palate, it is lively and refreshing, characterized by crisp and high acidity that balances perfectly with well-formed, delicate bubbles. This natural sparkling wine offers a vibrant, fruit-forward experience with a clean, lingering finish.