Otshanuri Sapere Qvevri

Vintage 2019
by Kindzmarauli Marani
Varietal Otskhanuri Sapere
Color red
Region Imereti
Country Georgia
Medal Score
2.0
2 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
wild blackberrydried pomegranateleatherearthy claydried herbswalnut skin
Palate

Medium-full bodied with firm, grippy tannins characteristic of extended skin contact in qvevri, lively acidity, and a textured, almost chewy, oxidative quality with rustic depth.

Finish

Long and drying finish with lingering notes of dark fruit, tannin astringency, and a subtle saline, mineral earthiness.

Food Pairings
  • • slow-roasted lamb with Georgian spices
  • • beef and walnut stew (satsivi)
  • • aged hard cheese such as Sulguni
  • • grilled pork ribs with tkemali plum sauce
  • • mushroom and herb khinkali
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2027

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Bronze IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2025
Bronze Decanter World Wine Awards 2021

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