Wine People Amber Blend Kakheti David Makhaladze

General Information

Wine People Amber Blend Kakheti is a powerful amber wine from qvevri, made from the indigenous grape varieties Rkatsiteli and Kakhuri Mtsvane. This skin-fermented wine comes from Manavi, in the eastern Georgian region of Kakheti. The wine is produced by David Makhaladze, a 42-year-old insurance advisor and passionate wine lover. He made his first wine in 2021 in a friend’s cellar and is now working on building his own wine cellar. The vinification takes place entirely in traditional qvevris, without additives.

Tasting Profile of Wine People Amber Blend Kakheti

The wine has a deep, dark yellow color with an amber hue. On the nose, you can recognize aromas of ripe white fruit, dried apricot, peach, and light herbs. The taste is full and layered: dried fruit, fine bitterness, mild tannins, and a persistent dry finish. The mouthfeel is rich and structured, with the characteristic grip of a classic Kakheti qvevri wine.

Serving Advice

This amber wine pairs well with spicy and rich dishes. Recommended serving moments:

• With grilled mushrooms or roasted pumpkin

• With Georgian dishes such as chakapuli or khinkali

• With fermented cheeses or stews

• Pure, in a large glass, lightly chilled

Serving temperature: 12–14°C
Decanting: recommended, 30–45 minutes
Organic/natural wine: not certified, but unfiltered and without additives

Fun Fact

David Makhaladze combines his career in the insurance world with his passion for natural wine. He made his first wine in 2021, but he is now working on his own wine cellar in Manavi. By working with classic Kakheti grapes and qvevri techniques, he pays homage to the Georgian wine tradition in a modern, personal way.