Marani Qvevri Saperavi 2018
A distinctive dry red wine from Georgia’s Kakheti region, Marani Qvevri Saperavi celebrates one of the country’s most treasured winemaking traditions. Made from 100% Saperavi grapes and fermented in traditional qvevri, this wine offers depth, texture and a beautifully expressive character.
Deep red in colour with dark purple hints, the wine opens with an intense nose of fresh ripe red fruits, lifted by subtle minty notes. On the palate, it is soft, juicy and rounded, with vibrant fruit, sweet spice and youthful tannins created through traditional skin maceration in qvevri.
The result is a characterful Georgian red wine with freshness, structure and a lovely savoury edge. It is a fantastic choice for those looking to explore qvevri wines and the ancient winemaking heritage of Georgia.
The grapes are hand-picked at optimum maturity in the second decade of September. After soft destemming, the whole grapes are transferred to qvevri without crushing, where fermentation takes place for around three weeks, followed by malolactic fermentation. The qvevri are then refilled, sealed and left for a three-month skin maceration before the clarified wine is transferred to tanks and later bottled.
Wine Details
Producer: Marani
Wine: Qvevri Saperavi
Region: Kakheti, Georgia
Vintage: 2018
Grape Variety: 100% Saperavi
Style: Dry qvevri red
Alcohol: 13.5%
Bottle Size: 750mlPerfect with: grilled vegetables, grilled meats, roast lamb, cheeses, mushroom dishes and traditional Georgian cuisine.