COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Usakhelouri
PRODUCER
Dugladze
REGION
Lechkhumi
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Dugladze Usakhelouri 2018 is a naturally semi-sweet red wine from Georgia's Lechkhumi region, crafted from the rare Usakhelouri grape. Usakhelouri, meaning 'nameless,' is a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) grape, highlighting its unique heritage. Dugladze Wine Company, established in 2004 with roots in a 1903 company, combines traditional Georgian winemaking with modern techniques. The grapes are cultivated on mountain slopes in Lechkhumi, with vineyards in the Okureshi micro-zone reaching elevations of 350 to 650 meters. Production volumes for Usakhelouri are exceptionally low, making this wine a precious find.
ALCOHOL
11.0%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
12-15°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Usakhelouri means 'nameless' in Georgian.
Fact 02
It's one of Georgia's rarest red grapes.
Fact 03
Grown on mountain slopes up to 650 meters.
Fact 04
Production is extremely limited, around 1,000 bottles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Dugladze Usakhelouri 2018 is produced from 100% Usakhelouri grapes, a rare varietal from the Lechkhumi region of Georgia. The wine is naturally semi-sweet, indicating that fermentation was carefully managed to halt the process while retaining residual sugar. The Usakhelouri grape is known for its low yield, requiring meticulous vineyard management. While specific aging details for this vintage are not provided, the wine's profile suggests a period of maturation. Dugladze Winery, established in 2004, utilizes modern facilities and techniques alongside traditional grape-growing methods.
