COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Saperavi
PRODUCER
Askaneli Brother Ltd
REGION
Kakheti
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Askaneli Brother Ltd Saperavi Qvevri Qvevri 2021 is a red wine from the Kakheti region of Georgia, made from 100% Saperavi grapes. Its unique identity stems from the ancient Qvevri winemaking method, a practice recognized by UNESCO, which involves fermenting wine in large, underground clay vessels. This traditional technique, combined with the Saperavi grape's distinctive characteristics as a teinturier variety, contributes to the wine's profound color and character. Askaneli Brother Ltd, founded in 1998, is dedicated to preserving Georgian wine heritage, building upon a family legacy that stretches back to the 19th century.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Winemaking in Qvevri vessels dates back over 8,000 years.
Fact 02
Saperavi is a rare 'teinturier' grape, meaning its flesh is also red.
Fact 03
Qvevri winemaking is recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Fact 04
Askaneli is one of Georgia's largest wine producers.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Askaneli Brother Ltd Saperavi Qvevri Qvevri 2021 is produced using the ancient Qvevri method, a traditional Georgian technique involving fermentation in large, buried clay vessels. This process includes extended maceration with grape skins, stems, and pips, utilizing natural yeasts. After fermentation, the wine undergoes extended skin contact and is aged on its lees in the Qvevri for several months to over a year. The Saperavi grape, known for its hardiness and suitability for the Kakheti region's climate, is central to this production.
