COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Aladasturi
PRODUCER
Baia's Wine
REGION
Imereti
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Medium
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gvantsa's Wine Aladasturi 2021 is a red wine from the Imereti region of Georgia, produced by Baia's Wine. The wine is made from 100% Aladasturi grapes, grown in the village of Obcha at an elevation of 324 meters. The vineyards are situated on alluvial soil composed of clay, gravel, sand, and limestone. The winemaking is led by Gvantsa Abuladze, who is part of the young, dynamic Abuladze family team revitalizing Georgian winemaking traditions. The winery follows natural, low-intervention methods, with a commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture, though uncertified. The wine is fermented in traditional qvevri and is unfiltered with minimal sulphite additions.
ALCOHOL
11.5%
AVG. PRICE
€24
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made in traditional Georgian clay amphorae (qvevri).
Fact 02
Grapes grown without pesticides or fertilizers.
Fact 03
Part of Georgia's burgeoning natural wine movement.
Fact 04
Winemaker Gvantsa Abuladze is dedicated to red and sparkling wines.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Gvantsa's Wine Aladasturi 2021 is produced using traditional Georgian qvevri, large clay amphorae, for fermentation. This process utilizes spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts. The winemaking philosophy is one of low intervention, with the wine being unfiltered and receiving only minimal sulphite additions. The vineyards are farmed using natural methods, following organic and biodynamic principles without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. The focus is on allowing the indigenous Aladasturi grape and the unique terroir of Imereti to express themselves authentically.
