# Μιας Πεταλούδας Τίναγμα (2024)

- **Producer:** Οινοποιία Βογιατζή
- **Colour:** rosé
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Xinomavro, Moschomavro, Tsapournakos
- **Region:** Macedonia, Greece
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €11
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, cherry, wild strawberry, red currant, white peach, loukoumi, Muscat, earthy/botanical hints

## About this wine

Μιας Πεταλούδας Τίναγμα, meaning 'A Flutter of a Butterfly,' is a rosé wine from Vogiatzis Winery, located in Velvento, Kozani, Greece. This PGI Velvento wine is a distinctive blend, typically featuring indigenous Greek varieties such as Xinomavro and Moschomavro, and sometimes Tsapournakos (Cabernet Franc). The Vogiatzis Estate is part of a growing viticultural movement in Western Macedonia, with vineyards benefiting from a unique microclimate at an altitude of 340 meters. The wine's name evokes its light and aromatic profile, reflecting the passion of winemaker Yiannis Vogiatzis to showcase the region's terroir and native grapes.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Μιας Πεταλούδας Τίναγμα' translates to 'A Flutter of a Butterfly'.
- The blend often includes indigenous Greek grapes like Xinomavro and Moschomavro.
- The vineyard is situated near the Polyphytos lake in Western Macedonia.
- It carries the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Velvento.

## Food pairing

The wine's refreshing acidity cuts through richer elements like cheese and olive oil in salads, while its fruit-forward character complements grilled seafood and light poultry dishes. The subtle herbal notes in the wine can echo herbs used in Mediterranean cooking.

## Wine making process

The production of Μιας Πεταλούδας Τίναγμα involves a classic rosé winemaking method. Grapes undergo a brief period of skin contact (maceration) to achieve the desired rosé color and extract aromatic compounds. The resulting clear juice is then fermented at cool temperatures, typically between 16°C and 18°C, to preserve the fresh, fruity, and floral notes. This wine is intended for early consumption and is not subjected to oak aging, allowing its vibrant character to shine through.