COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Rkatsiteli
PRODUCER
Askaneli Brother Ltd
REGION
Kakheti
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Rkatsiteli Qvevri 2020 from Askaneli Brother Ltd is a white wine from Georgia's Kakheti region, crafted from the ancient Rkatsiteli grape. Its production utilizes the traditional qvevri method, a winemaking technique recognized by UNESCO for its cultural significance, involving fermentation and aging in buried clay vessels. Askaneli Brother Ltd is a producer committed to preserving Georgian wine culture and indigenous varieties, with a history dating back to 1880. The use of qvevri is a distinctive aspect of this wine's identity, contributing to its unique profile.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Qvevri winemaking is recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Fact 02
Rkatsiteli is one of Georgia's oldest and most widely planted white grape varieties.
Fact 03
The qvevri are traditionally buried in the ground, acting as natural temperature regulators.
Fact 04
This wine is considered a 'natural wine' by the producer, indicating minimal intervention.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Rkatsiteli Qvevri 2020 is produced using the traditional Georgian qvevri method. This involves fermenting and aging the Rkatsiteli grapes in large, buried clay vessels. The producer describes this as a natural wine, indicating a focus on minimal intervention throughout the winemaking process. The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness to ensure a balance of sugar and acidity. The qvevri themselves play a significant role, acting as natural temperature regulators during fermentation and aging, and contributing to the wine's unique characteristics.
