Mildiani Private Selection Qvevri Otskhanuri Sapere 2019

This qvevri-made red wine mesmerises with its intense ruby colour and its distinctive aromas of forest fruits, cherries, raspberries, plums. Made of a rare indigenous grape, Otskhanuri Sapere native to western Georgia, the wine's naturally high acidity makes a perfect marriage with soft tannins, juicy flavours and a long lingering finish.

The grapes for Mildiani Private Selection Qvevri Otskhanuri Sapere were hand harvested from old vines grown in the Imereti region. Destemmed and crushed grapes were placed in qvevri – traditional Georgian clay amphorae. Wildly fermented and matured in qvevri according to the age-old Georgian traditions, it is a unique wine with a great ageing potential.

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Decanter Magazine, 92 Points (tasted by Sylvia Wu)

“Sour black and red cherry and a hint of smoky prune on the nose, ripe and juicy on the palate, with dried fruit sweetness, plum, blackcurrant and dark cherry juice. The tannins are robust, but structured and ripe, leading to dried tea and a touch of spices on the warm finish. Perfect for roast lamb.” 

Julia Harding, Master of Wine:

“Mid crimson. Rich, earthy dark fruits; lots of spice and aromatic sweetness. A lovely bite of freshness on the mid palate to balance the rich fruit intensity. Firm, smooth, thick tannins and a long way to go. Sweet/sour aftertaste.”