Kisi 2019 - Nareklishvili & Son's

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Kisi 2019 from the Qvevri Wine Cellar winery is an exceptional Qvevri amber (orange) wine from Georgia that blends thousands of years of tradition with modern winemaking artistry. This Georgian wine hails from the Kakheti region, specifically from the Qvevri Wine Cellar, and is crafted from 100% Kisi grapes. The grapes were hand-harvested and fermented alongside their skins and stems in traditional clay vessels called Qvevri for a period of six months. This method imparts the wine's characteristic amber color and its complex flavor profile. The aroma is dominated by notes of dried fruit, particularly apricots, complemented by hints of flowers and honey. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and harmonious, featuring a well-balanced tannin structure and a long, rich finish.

Founded in 2015 by third-generation winemaker Ivane Nareklishvili, Qvevri Wine Cellar specializes in indigenous grape varieties and traditional Georgian winemaking methods. Combining a modern winemaking approach and strict quality control with minimal intervention, Nareklishvili is uniquely skilled at maximizing the potential of natural fermentation. By producing their wines from organic grapes in Qvevri, Nareklishvili achieves a clean, healthy fermentation that beautifully completes their "orange wines." A tasting at Qvevri Wine Cellar reveals the exceptionally high-quality wines that can be crafted using native yeasts and ancient winemaking practices—resulting in wines with a distinct presence and structure, ripe fruit notes, and a mineral expression unique to Georgia.