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Lagvinari Rkatsiteli 2019

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100% Rkatsiteli

Still dry white wine

Bakurtsikhe (Kakheti)

9 months in qvevri, incl. 6 months of skin-contact

13.0%

 

Deep burnt orange in colour, this Rkatsiteli is three-dimensional with immense depth and complexity.  Its full body and a gamut of persimmon, walnuts and box of spice flavours are balanced by fine acidity and powerful tannins.

 

Lagvinari Mtsvane 2019

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100% Mtsvane

Still dry white wine

Bakurtsikhe (Kakheti)

9 months in qvevri, incl. 6 months of skin-contact

13.0%

 

Produced in minuscule amounts, this amber wine would make a rare gem to be found. Exuberant aromas of tropical and citrus fruits are complemented by a refined taste and are carried through a lengthy finish. Profoundly delicious!

 

Lagvinari Kisi 2019

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100% Kisi

Still dry white wine

Argokhi (Kakheti)

9 months in qvevri, incl. 6 months of skin-contact

13.0%

 

Kept in contact with skins for more than six months, the wine delivers beautifully perfumed nose and elegantly structured palate. Delicate profile is striated with apricot, lime sorbet and tarragon flavours.

 

Goruli Mtsvane 2019

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100% Goruli Mtsvane

Still dry white wine

Kartli

9 months in qvevri, incl.1.5 months of skin-contact

13.0%

 

Bright golden in colour with yellow rim when young, this wine carries cheerful aromas of jasmine, yellow apple and honey. Crisp medium body is balanced by high acidity and impressive freshness. After years of bottle ageing, the wine gracefully reveals a complex profile of ginger, nutmeg and orange marmalade flavours.

 

Chinuri 2019

 

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100% Chinuri

Still dry white wine

Kartli

9 months in qvevri, incl. 3 months of skin-contact

13.0%

 

Classic profile of the variety is unveiled with notes of mint, dry herbs and Meyer lemon. This vin gourmand is fragrant with a harmonious palate and well-structured body. The long finish is crisp with soft tannins, delicate citrus and woody flavours.

 

Lagvinari Tsitska 2019

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100% Tsitska

Still dry white wine

Sviri (Imereti)

12 months in qvevri, incl. 3 months of skin-contact

13.0%

 

Naturally high in acidity, this Imeretian wine divulges quince, yellow melon and pear notes on the nose. Straw yellow in colour, Tsitska tastes fresh and bears a very lively palate with a long floral finish. An ultimate gastronomic wine!

 

Lagvinari Tsolikouri 2019

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100% Tsolikouri

Still dry white wine

Sviri (Imereti)

8 months in qvevri, incl. 3 months of skin-contact

12.0%

 

Being a true expression of Georgian orange wine, it exhibits moderate tannins with distinctive aromas of caramel and persimmon. Flavour nuances of yellow plums and clementine linger into nutty finish.

 

Lagvinari Krakhuna 2019

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100% Krakhuna

Still dry white wine

Sviri (Imereti)

8 months in qvevri, incl. 1 month of skin-contact

13.0%

 

As every Lagvinari amber wine, Krakhuna affords the opportunity to express delicate candy, marigold and honey notes. The wine delivers a rich chewy body with a spicy and earthy bouquet. Long textured finish makes it ideal to enjoy with Southeast Asian cuisine!

 

Lagvinari Tsitska-Tsolikouri 2019

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50% Tsitska, 50% Tsolikouri

Still dry white wine

Sviri (Imereti)

8 months in qvevri, incl. 1 months of skin-contact

12.0%

 

Golden honey in colour, this carefully blended Imeretian duo boasts an aromatic profile of bergamot, candied orange zest and nectarine aromas. Vivid citrus attack is followed by a floral and hazelnut palate with a hint of white peach and a crisp aftertaste.

 

Lagvinari Chkhaveri 2019

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100% Chkhaveri

Still dry red wine

Guria

8 months in qvevri, incl. 1 month of skin-contact

13.0%

 

Left in contact with skins for elevated aromatics, this vibrant blush wine is arguably a pinnacle of the Lagvinari red wine range. A tasting profile of a melange of wild berries and spice holds energetic acidity and ends with summer strawberry and barberry notes.

 

Lagvinari Aladasturi 2019

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100% Aladasturi

Still dry red wine

Sviri (Imereti)

8 months in qvevri, incl. 3 months of skin-contact

13.0%

 

Reminiscent of a fine Pinot Noir from Burgundy, this wine opens with aromatics of a tart pomegranate and bay leave. A pale ruby and light-bodied, Aladasturi is lean with subtle tannins and underbrush finish.

 

Lagvinari Otskhanuri Sapere 2019

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100% Otskhanuri Sapere

Still dry red wine

Sviri (Imereti)

8 months in qvevri, incl. 3 months of skin-contact

13.0%

Indigenous red-flesh grape makes into this elegant and supple wine. Deep purple in colour, it shows red plum and bramble aromas with a hint of thyme. The full juicy body is balanced by piquant acidity and silky tannins. Long finish lingers into dark cherry aftertaste.

Lagvinari Saperavi 2019

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100% Saperavi

Still dry red wine

Kakheti

8 months in qvevri, incl. 3 months of skin-contact

13.0%

Deeply hued ruby colour instantaneously demonstrates a tense and robust wine. The wine shows off its muscular body and plush tannins with dark flavours of blackcurrant and black plum. It finishes with an earthy note under chocolate accord.

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