The grapes from an organic vineyard were fermented by wild yeasts, with 100% skin contact during 10 days and thеn aged in qvevri within 12 months. No chemicals added in the process. Unfiltered.

Vintage 2021.

This example is bursting with lively notes of all things red: cherry, apple, raspberry and strawberry are all present on the nose. Each sip reveals further complexities. You can discover flavours of rich dark chocolate, black pepper, and dried, savoury herbs. Qvevri ageing has imparted some mouth-drying tannicity, but overall, it is a light and easy-to-drink red. This wine has a shocking light scarlet colour and is perfect for enjoying with friends, on a summery evening. Dzelshavi is a flexible wine for food pairing, and we recommend drinking it alongside some rich Georgian food, such as lobiani, khachapuri or a bean soup. It will also be excellent with mushroom risotto.

The Dzelshavi grape doesn’t have much exposure outside of Georgia, but it is a fantastic way to start exploring the country’s intricate family of native grapes. It’s known for producing delicious, summery, medium-bodied reds, similar in style to Gamay from Beaujolais or Burgundian Pinot Noirs.

Archil Guniava’s vineyard and Cellarare located in Zestaphoni, Kvaliti Village. Vines are planted on a 1.5 hectare land at 300 meters above sea level where soil structure and climate are ideal for the grapes culture. He grows different ind of grapes such as: Tsolikauri, Tsitska, Krakhuna, Otskhanuri Sapere, Dzelshavi, Dondglabi and Mgaloblishvili. Archil uses old Qvevris for his vinifications as well as natural winemaking methods.