Baia’s Wine Krakhuna 2019

General Information

Baia’s Wine Krakhuna is an artisanal white wine from the village of Obcha in the western Georgian region of Imereti. The wine is made from 100% Krakhuna, a local grape variety that thrives excellently in the cooler microclimate of the area.

The wine is produced by Baia Abuladze, a young female winemaker who swapped her studies in Tbilisi for a life among her family’s vineyards. She works according to the Imeretian version of the Georgian tradition, where fermentation takes place in a churi – the local variant of the qvevri. These clay pots are buried above ground and sealed with a thick layer of clay.

Baia demonstrates in this wine how Krakhuna, often underappreciated, can produce a powerful yet accessible white wine.

Tasting Profile of Baia’s Wine Krakhuna

The wine has a golden color. On the nose, you find ripe pear, apricot, tropical fruit, and a hint of caramel.

The taste is dry, full, and round, with soft acidity, a creamy texture, and a long, elegant finish. The wine has a clear structure but remains refined and easy to drink.

Serving Advice

Baia’s Wine Krakhuna is delightful with:

• Stewed pork with apple

• Grilled chicken or turkey

• Roasted pumpkin or sweet potato

• Cheeses with light caramel notes

Serve at 10–12°C. Decanting is optional.

Fun Fact

Krakhuna is a rare white grape variety mainly found in Imereti and known for its creaminess, tropical aroma, and full structure. Thanks to the efforts of Baia Abuladze, who produces her churi wines in the open air of Obcha, this variety is given new life – full of character, craftsmanship, and terroir. Baia’s Wine Krakhuna is thus an ideal introduction to the rich tradition of western Georgian wine.