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Marani Qvevri Rkatsiteli
Wine-growing region: |
KAKHETI viticulture region |
Climate type: |
Moderate continental |
Wine classification: |
Regional wine |
Varietal composition: |
Rkatsiteli 100% |
Grape source: |
50% Kondoli Vineyards, 50% Tsinandali AOC |
Grape yield: |
10-12 ton/hectare |
Wine type: |
Qvevri Amber dry |
Wine analysis: |
Alc. 13%; Res. Sugar <3 g/l; T/A 6g/l |
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Vinification
Rkatsiteli grapes are hand-picked at the optimum of their maturity in the second decade of September. After soft de-stemming, without crushing grapes are transferred to Qvevri for fermentation. The latter lasts for about 3 weeks, followed by the malolactic fermentation. Later the Qvevries are refilled, sealed and left for 3-month long skin maceration. In late December- early January clarified wine is transferred to the tanks for few months and after bottled.
Tasting Notes
Color: |
Light amber wine with orange hints |
Aromas: |
Nose is intense, with aromas of white fruits and fine herbaceous flavours |
Palate: |
Mouth is complex and mineral, finishing on herby aromas and fresh tannins |
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