Binekhi Winery, Otskhanuri Sapere "Quevri"2018, Imereti, Georgia

This full-bodied Georgian red, “Otskhana’s colorful,” is fermented in Qvevri (beeswax-lined terracotta vessel) using traditional winemaking methods. This ancient indigenous grape results in a deep wine with notes of ripe berry, cherry, baking spice, strong tannins, and balanced acidity.

COUNTRY: Georgia

REGION: Imereti

VINTAGE: 2018

GRAPE: Otskhanuri Sapere

VINIFICATION: Qvevri and oak barrel aging

STYLE: Still

COLOR: Deep pomegranate, ruby

BODY: Full (9-10)

TASTE: Dry

PRIMARY AROMAS: Vanilla, ripe red berry, cherry, baking spice

FLAVOR: Vanilla, firm tannins, red berries, balanced acidity

FORMAT: 750 ml

ALCOHOL: 15%

SERVICE AND SUGGESTION:
Serve with roasted meats that pack a flavorful punch (Cuban-style pork), or a burger with blue cheese.

ABOUT THE PRODUCER: 
Founded in 1994, Binekhi Winery makes premium red and amber wines and spirits from indigenous Georgian grape varities harvested on best terroirs with limited crops. Vinification happens with creative interpretation and experimentation based on 8,000 years of winemaking tradition. Binekhi is committed to excellence and has won many awards at competitions in Germany, Japan, the US, and greater Eurasia. The company owns 90 hectares of vineyard over several Georgian regions, with 35 hectares cultivating unique indigenous grape varietals.

ABOUT THE VINEYARDS: 
Binekhi Winery sits in Georgia’s capital Tbilisi beside the flowing Mtkvari River, at the heart of Georgian business and culture. The company also owns and cultivates vineyards in the eastern Kakheti region famous for its wine production and its fertile climate.