Wines made from Khikhvi grapes of Kvareli
Discover the best wines made with Khikhvi as a single variety or as a blend of Kvareli.
Structured and aromatic whites, with an amber-golden robe in qvevri, full mouthfeel and preserved acidity, with intense aromas of yellow fruits (apricot, peach), honey, white flowers, dried fruits and soft spices. Produced as dry, sweet and tannic orange wines by long skin maceration. Star of Kakheti, often vinified in qvevri (clay jars, UNESCO method). An autochthonous Georgian variety distinguished for its amber wines.
Flagship appellation of Kakheti in the far north-east of the Alazani valley at the foot of the Greater Caucasus, alluvial-clay soils, cool microclimate. Saperavi is the exclusive autochthonous teinturier red: dense near-black colour, full-bodied and velvety with blackberry, plum, black cherry, spice and a balsamic touch, firm tannins, harmonious acidity, superb ageing. Birthplace of Kindzmarauli; neighbour of dry Mukuzani (3-year ageing).