Teliani
KakhetiRegistered December 10, 2007
A narrow zone on the middle Alazani: the north-eastern slopes of Tsiv-Gombori between the Kisiskhevi and Vantiskhevi tributaries, at around 560 m. What sets it apart from its Kakhetian neighbours is the grape — Cabernet Sauvignon, made into a dry red.
Authenticity
No known authenticity issues
Teliani is a dry red PDO from the Telavi area of Kakheti, notably made from Cabernet Sauvignon introduced to the region in the 19th century, and typically oak-aged. It is an established dry appellation with no notable authenticity concern; the wine should come from the registered Teliani zone.
Wines of Teliani
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