Dry red wine made from specially selected Saperavi grapes hand-picked from vineyards located in Gurjaani district, Kakheti Region. Known for its ability to withstand extremely cold weather, Saperavi produces deep red wines that are suitable for extended aging. The wine is placed in oak barrels for 10-12 months to create a complex palate of oak, tannins, fruit and vanilla. Due to light filtration, it becomes full-bodied and velvety. Deep garnet in colour, it carries a tone of fruity nuances with dominant aromas of berries in its bouquet. Long-lasting notes of crushed sour cherries, overripe fruits and occasional smoke overtones, crowned by moderate hints of oak in its flavour. Great with pork ribs, curry flavoured dishes and various meat salads.
Wine Region: Kakheti, Georgia
Producer: Tbilvino
Alcohol: 12%
Type: Dry
Vintage: 2013
Volume: 750 ml
Seal: Natural cork
Grape variety: Saperavi
Colour: Dark cherry colour
Fermentation: After four days on the skins, the wine is transferred to oak barrels for fermentation.
Cellaring: Saperavi SR can cellar for up to 25-30 years. While aging it undergoes amazing structural changes.
Tasting Notes: The wine is lightly filtered. As a result, it becomes full-bodied and velvety. Pomegranate in color, the wine is characterized with nuances of overripen black fruits, medlar, black prunes, with notes of smoke.
Tasting Note IWSC
"Deep, rich red colour. An elegant floral/spice perfume wafts from the glass. The palate is smooth, tender and beautifully textured. Nice, firm tannic structure, fresh acidity, and laden with rich, opulent fruits. Long, fine finish."
Food pairing: It matches well with smoked Sulguni cheese, roasted rabbit, chicken cooked in red wine & pork ribs
Awards: Mundus Vini 2014, Germany - Gold; IWSC, London 2013-2014 Bronze, 2010 –Bronze. 2008 – Bronze, 2007 – Bronze, 2006 – Silver, Best in Class; Decanter, London2014 – Commended, Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2012, Hong Kong – Bronze; IWC,London 2014 – Commended, IWA, Tbilisi 2012 – Silver; HKTDC, Hong-Kong 2011 –Bronze; Georgia – Cradle of Wine, Tbilisi, 2010 – Gold; Berlin Wine Trophy, 2009– Gold;IWC, London 2005 – Seal of Approval
