How can we introduce visitors to Voyatzi Estate ’s profile?
Voyatzi family comes from Velvento, a picturesque town in western Macedonia, located 33 km southeast of Kozani, on the foothills of Pieria Mountains, by the Lake Polyfytos. At this site, in the place of the old vineyard of Voyatzi family, the third generation, Yannis Voyatzis, who has studied oenology at the University of Bordeaux,.France and has substantial experience in the Greek wine production, his brother, Nikos, who is an engineer, and their father, Harissis, created in the years 1991 – 1994 a new,.modern 100 acre vineyard aiming at the production of high-quality wines of a distinctive character. The winery is managed by the chemist – enologist Irene Zande, while the care of the vineyards is under the utmost attention and love of Nikos and Dimitris.
The vineyard is situated next to the lake at an altitude of 340 meters, providing the main powerful element in differentiating the expression of the estate’s wines. The mild local breeze of the lake aura that develops during the day,.softens the maximum temperatures and keeps the air humidity high. Within this area one can find sandy-loam, clay-loam and deep soils,.enriched in many parts with calcium carbonate which improves the structure of grapes and provides ideal conditions for producing wines of exceptional quality. Assyrtiko, Chardonnay, Malvasia Aromatica, Xinomavro, Moschomavro and Tsapournakos form the main varietal body of the estate,.along with several other local grape varieties that are organically grown.
What should the visitors expect to experience in Voyatzi Estate?
Visitors have the opportunity to be guided in the production areas and the cellar of the winery and taste the estate’s wines along with various traditional local dishes,.at the special and modern wine – tasting room overlooking the vineyards and Polyphytos lake.
| WINERY TOURS:
Winery tours I: Guided tour and tasting of the estate’s 3 wines (Ktima Voyatzi White, Ktima Voyatzi Rose, Ktima Voyatzi Red) accompanied with local delicacies Price: 5 euro / person
Winery tours II: Guided tour and tasting of the estate’s Premium wines (Lefkotsiknias, Xinomavro, Tsapournakos) accompanied with local delicacies Price: 12 euro / person
Winery tours III: Guided tour and vertical tasting of 6 vintages of Xinomavro or Tsapournakos Upon request |
• For group guided tours (> 10 people), reservation is required.
• All the areas of the estate are accessible to people with disabilities.
OPENING HOURS: Monday to Friday → 09:00 to 14:00 Weekends by appointment.
ACCESS: Voyatzi Winery (Velvento, ZIP 50400, Kozani) is located 3 km outside of Velvento village. |
CONTACT:
Phone: +30 2464032283 • Email: [email protected] • Website: www.ktimavoyatzi.gr • Social: Facebook | Instagram
Which two labels should visitors take with them, as a reminder of their visit?
Certainly, the Lefkotsiknias and the Tsapournakos.
Lefkotsiknias is a migratory lake bird with impressive elegance and refinement, like the wine produced by the flagship Greek variety Assyrtiko, which has been perfectly adapted to the terrestrial climate of Velvento. It is a dry wine with strong aromas and characters which bring intense floral citrus, pineapple and hints of honey. Full-bodied, rich, with a well-balanced acidity and alcohol that ends up in a long aftertaste.
Tsapournakos is a rare and special variety found in the region of Velvento and belongs to the Cabernet Franc family. It is a dry red wine with particular aromas that combine floral and fruit hints such as red berry and citrus together with spices,.smoky, herbs and spicy characters, composing a complex bouquet. It’s taste is smooth with well-structured and balanced tannins, rich, with a long aromatic persistence. A very attractive wine, with essence and elegance, that captures the special character of the variety.
What are the highlights of the wider region that visitors should not miss?
Velvento, a traditional settlement with notable Byzantine and post-Byzantine monuments, is surrounded by a beautiful landscape composed by the verdant slopes of Pieria Mountains. The visitor can stroll the Skepasmenos paths with its small ponds and waterfalls, the 56 picturesque chapels and the fertile plain full of orchards and vineyards. The Folklore Museum located in the village of Velvento and the artificial lake of Polyfytos is worth to be mentioned.
In case you find yourself in the area on the first weekend of August, you should not miss the peach fest held every year in the village square, taste the various delicacies and enjoy the local music.
Για Ελληνικά Πατήστε Εδώ| ⚠ Winery’s services along with prices and operation hours might change without previous notice. Please contact the estate upon visiting. |
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