Domaine Chatzivaritis Mosaic White Goumenissa

Domaine Chatzivaritis Mosaic White Goumenissa is a refreshing introduction to the characterful whites of northern Greece. Light on its feet, with bright citrus aromas and a soft, fruity finish, it combines easy drinking appeal with an unusual blend of local grapes. There is a lovely sense of freshness throughout, making this a tempting choice for a leisurely lunch, a seafood supper or simply a chilled glass while dinner comes together.

The estate’s story began with Vagelis Chatzivaritis, an electronics engineer whose enjoyment of wine and food led him to make wine for friends and family. His wife Olga’s hometown of Goumenissa provided the setting, and in 1994 he planted the family’s first five-hectare vineyard at Bidablas, choosing organic cultivation from the outset. A winery followed in 2007. Their daughter Chloi returned in 2017 after studying oenology in France and Portugal and gaining experience across several wine-producing countries. Her enthusiasm for low-intervention winemaking brought a fresh perspective to the family estate.

Mosaic White’s most intriguing ingredient is Xinomavro, a red grape used here to make white wine. By separating the juice from its skins promptly, the winemaker avoids extracting the colour associated with a red wine. Alongside Roditis and Assyrtiko, it forms a blend with a distinctly Greek identity. The varieties are fermented separately at low temperatures to preserve their individual characters, then blended and kept on their lees for three months before bottling.

In the glass, pale golden tones catch hints of green, while citrus-led aromas introduce a fresh, fruit-filled palate. The body is light and the texture gently rounded, with a refreshing character that keeps each sip lively. That softer finish is particularly appealing: there is enough fruit to make the wine welcoming, without losing its bright, thirst-quenching personality. It is an enjoyable next step for anyone keen to explore Greek wine beyond the familiar names, with an interesting story behind an immediately approachable glass.

Domaine Chatzivaritis Mosaic White Goumenissa Food Pairing Suggestion:

Try it with grilled sea bass dressed with lemon and olive oil, or courgette fritters served with tzatziki. Its citrus freshness complements the fish and lifts the richness of the fritters, while the gentle texture sits comfortably alongside yoghurt-based sauces. A Greek salad with feta, cucumber and ripe tomatoes would make an equally inviting lunch companion. Serve chilled at around 10–12°C.