COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Kisi
PRODUCER
Vazisubani Estate Ltd.
REGION
Kakheti
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Vazisubani Estate Kisi Qvevri Wine 2018 is a white wine from Georgia's Kakheti region, produced by Vazisubani Estate Ltd. using the indigenous Kisi grape. Its unique character is shaped by the traditional qvevri winemaking method, an ancient Georgian technique involving fermentation and aging in large, underground earthenware vessels. This method, recognized by UNESCO, allows for extended skin and stem contact, contributing to the wine's distinct profile. The Kisi grape, a variety that has seen a resurgence in recent years, is primarily cultivated in Kakheti, a region renowned for its deep winemaking history and diverse terroirs.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-14°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Qvevri winemaking is recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Fact 02
The Kisi grape was once nearly extinct but is now being revitalized.
Fact 03
Qvevri are large, egg-shaped earthenware vessels buried underground for fermentation and aging.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Vazisubani Estate Kisi Qvevri Wine 2018 is produced using the traditional Georgian qvevri method. This involves fermenting the Kisi grape juice with its skins and stems in large, egg-shaped earthenware vessels (qvevri) that are buried underground. This ancient technique facilitates a slow fermentation and extended maceration, allowing for significant skin and stem contact. After fermentation, the wine is aged on its lees within the qvevri, contributing to its complexity and texture. The harvest timing for the Kisi grapes is managed to ensure optimal ripeness for the desired wine style.
