Winegrowing region: KAKHETI viticulture region
Appellation: Mukuzani Specific Viticulture Area
Climate type: Moderate continental
Wine classification: Appellation wine
Varietal composition: Saperavi 100%
Grape source: 100% Mukuzani Specific Viticulture area,north facing bank of
Alazani River
Grape yield: 8 ton/hectar
Wine type: Dry vintage red
Wine analysis (indicative): Alc.13,5 % vol;Res. Sugar: <4 g/l; T/A:
4,5-5,5g/l.
Vinification
Grapes were hand-picked at the optimum of their maturity. Soft de-stemming and
crushing was followed by fermentation at controlled temperature (23-28°C) in
stainless steel tanks. Wine was fermented using the cultural yeast strains.
Skin and cap management was performed by délestage and remontage. After 12-15 days
of maceration, wine was racked clean and transferred for malolactic
fermentation, followed by 8-10 month of aging in 225 l oak barriques and
complemented by maturation in stainless steel tanks and bottles at the optimum
temperature.
Tasting notes
Color: Deep red color
Aromas: Complex and rich nose with blackberry, prune, cinnamon, black pepper
and dried fig flavors
Palate: The initial palate is juicy with mix of ripe black cherry and damson
plum, goes on with chocolate and touch of black pepper and spices. Licorice and
again the juiciness, supported by firm tannins extend in long finish
Food matching：Grilled meat, game, medium aged cheese. t:18°C.
