Rkatsiteli Qvevri

Type: dry white

Volume: 750 ml

Serve at temperature: 16°C – 18°C

Alcohol: 13.0%

Description: A dry amber wine made with the traditional method of Qvevri. Characterized by aromas of quince, honey and figs, the taste has medium tannins. Partial aging in oak barrels makes the wine more balanced, characterized by a pleasant and long aftertaste, best served with kebab, roast pig and aged cheese. Serve at +16 – +18 C.

Technical Description

Vineyard and grapes: The vineyard is located in the region of Dedoplistskaro, in the village of Kvemo Kedi, at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level. The vineyard is hand-operated and the grapes are harvested by hand.

Yield: Max. 8 t/ha.

Vintage: selected hand-picking and transportation in small boxes ensure high quality.

Immediately after arrival, the grapes are placed in a Crusher, fermentation takes place at a natural temperature of 25°C – 28°C. After six months on lees and leeks, 30% of the wine is aged in French oak barrels, and after another six months it is finally decanted into stainless steel tanks. Once the final flavors are achieved, the wines are stabilized and bottled.