Dzelshavi Saperavi

Dzelshavi and Saperavi from Racha-Lechkhumi: a dry red Georgian wine. Made using the European method, aged in a neutral vessel; alcohol 12.5%. Sources note blackberry, cherry and raspberry on the nose and long finish, medium-bodied and silky on the palate. Made at Royal Khvanchkara (an estate winery).

Style attributes

Color: Red
Tannin: Low
Sweetness: Dry
Aging vessel: Neutral vessel
Technology: European
Volume: 750 ml
Alcohol: 12.5%
Market: Domestic and export

Grape varieties: Dzelshavi (70%), Saperavi (30%)

Recognition

No recorded awards.

Vintages: 2019

Origin

Producer:Royal KhvanchkaraEstate winery

Region: Racha-Lechkhumi

Serving

Glass

Bourgogne glass (wide bowl)

A wide, round bowl gives the wine more air: it opens up delicate aromatics that a narrow glass keeps shut.

Aroma and taste

Aroma

Blackberry
Cherry
Raspberry
Red berries
Strawberry
Spices

Taste

Medium-bodied
Long finish
Silky

Hue

Ruby

According to retailers

Goes well with

Cheese
Poultry
Vegetable dishes

When to open it

Derived from the wine's style by catalog rules, not from reviews.