Vazisubani Estate Mtsvane 2017

This wine is made from Kakhuri Mtsvane grapes harvested in the Vazisubani Controlled Appellation of Origin and produced using the traditional Georgian method in underground terracotta jars (called Qvevri). The wine displays delicate tropical notes combined with dried fig aromas. It is clean and long-lasting, with a lingering finish that harmoniously complements its tannin-rich body.

The wine pairs perfectly with a variety of cheeses and both stewed and fried meat dishes.

And it is best served at 10-12°C.

Vineyards: The vineyards were planted in 2016 on one of the best plots of the Mukuzani PDO – Vazisubani Estate. Historically, Mtsvane falls within this PDO as a variety for controlled appellation wine of Vazisubani, and therefore, our Mtsvane vineyard produces fruit from its unique local terroir. The vines are treated only manually, including selective harvesting when the grapes are ready to harvest.

Soils: Stony clay at 450 to 550 meters above sea level with mild carbonate bedrock.

Yield: Maximum 8-10 tons per hectare, equivalent to 55 to 70 hectoliters per hectare.

Harvest: The harvest day is determined when the grapes fully meet the final wine style requirements. Grapes are harvested only manually to ensure the highest quality.

Vinification: Depending on the year, grapes may be de-stemmed or not. Partial de-stemming may also be applied. Crushing is mostly avoided, and the must is not chilled. Instead, grapes are harvested very early, and wild fermentation is initiated at the natural temperature. Our Qvevri sizes range from 1300 to 2500 liters, allowing us to conduct wild fermentation at soil temperature without overheating, thus preserving the true character of the vintage. Fermentation naturally stops when the wine is dry. We then taste all the Qvevris and fill each one from the selected batches, leaving them full for a long maceration of 5 to 6 months. After maceration, the wines are separated from their sediments, which contain yeast lees, skins, seeds, and sometimes stems. The wines are then allowed to breathe, i.e., left in contact with air. Subsequently, they are transferred back to the Qvevri or other containers for further clarification and style development. Once the desired style is achieved, the wines are prepared for bottling. Our Mtsvane Qvevri wine ages for 5 to 6 months before release.