Wine People Red Blend Guria

General Information

Wine People Red Blend Guria is a dry red qvevri wine from the western region of Guria, Georgia. This natural wine is made by Beso Cherkezishvili, a young agronomist who continues a family tradition in their cellar in Mukhrani alongside his brother. The wine is a blend of two native Georgian grapes: Otskhanuri Sapere and Dzelshavi, sourced from vineyards in Lanchkhuti. Fermentation and aging take place in traditional qvevris (underground clay vessels), without additives or intervention.

Tasting Profile of Wine People Red Blend Guria

The wine has a clear, ruby red color and a light body. On the nose, aromas of red fruit, sour cherry, pomegranate, and subtle spices dominate. The taste is lively and pure, with notes of red berries, floral accents, light tannins, and a fresh, dry finish. Due to the qvevri fermentation, the structure is soft, with a beautiful balance between fruit and mineral qualities.

Serving Advice

This wine is elegant, light, and perfect for lovers of natural, unfiltered red wines. Recommended serving moments:

• With roasted vegetables or lentil dishes
• With grilled chicken or light red meats
• With Georgian dishes such as lobio or pkhali
• Pure, lightly cooled, as a natural wine at the table

Serving temperature: 14–16°C
Decanting: recommended, about 30 minutes
Organic/natural wine: not certified, but without additives

Fun Fact

Beso Cherkezishvili, the winemaker behind this wine, is only 33 years old and decided to breathe new life into winemaking in his ancestors’ cellar. Guria is a relatively unknown Georgian wine region with a humid climate, resulting in lighter and fresher red wines. This red qvevri wine is a beautiful example of terroir-driven craftsmanship from an emerging region.