COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Rkatsiteli
PRODUCER
VAZIANI COMPANY LTD
REGION
Kakheti
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Musaiphy 2017 by Vaziani Winery (under the Makashvili Wine Cellar brand) is a dry white wine from the Rkatsiteli grape, produced in Georgia's Kakheti region. It is a product of Vaziani Winery's commitment to preserving and advancing traditional Georgian winemaking, particularly the Makashvili family's Qvevri method. The winery operates with a closed production cycle and adheres to international quality standards. The vineyards are located in Gremi and Eniseli within the Kindzmarauli Microzone, cultivating Rkatsiteli alongside other indigenous and international varieties. The wine's production utilizes century-old Qvevri vessels, a hallmark of Georgian winemaking heritage.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made using Qvevri, ancient clay vessels buried underground for fermentation and aging.
Fact 02
Recognized with a Gold award at the prestigious International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC).
Fact 03
Vaziani Winery modernized in 2012, blending tradition with contemporary winemaking standards.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Musaiphy 2017 is produced using the traditional Georgian Qvevri method, where fermentation and aging take place in large, buried clay vessels. This technique involves extended maceration and natural fermentation, contributing to the wine's structure and complexity. The Rkatsiteli grapes are sourced from vineyards in the Kakheti region. Vaziani Winery, while rooted in tradition, operates with a modernized facility and adheres to international quality standards, ensuring a consistent and high-quality product. The winemaking philosophy centers on the representation and popularization of endemic grape varieties and ancient winemaking techniques on the global market.
