Georgian Wine

Winemaker Description

This wine is made in accordance with Georgia’s ancient winemaking traditions. Organic farming and fermented in a set of Qvevri’s (aka Kvevri’s) designed for fermentation and another set of Qvevri’s designed for aging. Bottled with minimal to no sulfur and no filtering or fining. Result is clean, concentrated and balanced. 6 months on skins. Dry, deep amber, nose of honey, fruit, nuts. Bold depth and slight minerality.

Pheasant's Tears | Kisi | Qvevri Amber Wine | Kakheti, Republic of Georgia | 2024 | Organic

Pheasant's Tears is one of Georgia's most celebrated natural wine producers, founded by Gela Patalishvili — an 8th-generation winemaker from the Kakheti region — and John Wurdeman, an American painter who fell in love with Georgia and its ancient wine culture in 1998. Together, they have dedicated themselves to preserving and reviving Georgia's extraordinary 8,000-year-old winemaking heritage, farming around ten indigenous grape varieties without pesticides or herbicides and vinifying everything in qvevri — traditional clay amphorae buried in the earth, used in Georgia since the Neolithic era.

Kisi is a rare and ancient Georgian white grape variety grown almost exclusively in the Kakheti region, in the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains. At Pheasant's Tears, it is vinified in the traditional Georgian manner: fermented and aged in qvevri with extended skin maceration of six months — producing what Georgians call an "amber wine" and the rest of the world has come to know as "orange wine." The result is a wine of extraordinary depth, texture, and complexity that has no real equivalent in the conventional wine world.

The 2024 Kisi is deep amber-gold in the glass. The nose is captivating — dried apricot, quince, honey, beeswax, dried flowers, and a hint of walnut, with an earthy, almost ancient quality that speaks directly to the qvevri. On the palate, unusually powerful structure with grippy, polished tannins — rare in a white wine — balanced by bright acidity and a long, complex, spiced finish. Not aggressive, but deeply serious. A wine that transports you elsewhere entirely.

Made from certified organic grapes. Pair with spiced lamb, charcuterie, aged Parmesan, old Comté, washed-rind cheeses, roasted root vegetables, and dishes with Middle Eastern or Caucasian spice profiles.

• Producer: Pheasant's Tears
• Grape: Kisi
• Style: Qvevri Amber Wine (Orange Wine)
• Region: Kakheti, Republic of Georgia
• Vintage: 2024
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Vinification: Fermented and aged in qvevri (buried clay amphorae); 6-month skin maceration
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Winemaker Description 

Light amber, golden hue, with a pronounced varietal aroma and taste. Characterized by aromas of ripe quince, jams and dried fruits. The wine is harmonious, balanced with tannins and acidity.

The Marnaveli Kisi-Khikhvi Amber Wine 2023 is a traditional Georgian "orange" or skin-contact wine produced in the Kakheti region. This wine is crafted using the ancient Qvevri method—fermenting and aging the grapes in large, beeswax-lined clay vessels buried underground.

Has a long ending. Ideal for dried apricots and figs. Churchkhela, cheese and honey, as well as seafood and white meat. 

Pheasant's Tears | Rkatsiteli-Mtsvane | Tibaani | Qvevri Amber Wine | Kakheti, Republic of Georgia | 2024 | Organic

Pheasant's Tears is one of Georgia's most celebrated natural wine producers, founded by Gela Patalishvili — an 8th-generation winemaker from the Kakheti region — and John Wurdeman, an American painter who fell in love with Georgia and its ancient wine culture in 1998. Since 2007, they have farmed their vineyards with minimal intervention, using wild yeasts and traditional qvevri winemaking to best showcase the extraordinary terroir of Kakheti. The name comes from an old Georgian tale claiming that only the best wine could make a pheasant cry.

Tibaani is a sub-zone of Kakheti, in the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains, where the ancient Georgian grape varieties Rkatsiteli and Mtsvane have been cultivated for millennia. This blend of the two varieties is vinified in the traditional Georgian manner: fermented and aged in qvevri — traditional clay amphorae buried in the earth — with a full month of skin maceration, producing a wine of remarkable depth, texture, and complexity. The wine is unfiltered and unfined, allowing for natural sedimentation in the bottle.

The 2024 is deep golden in the glass. The nose offers honey blossom, dried apricot, quince, and a hint of walnut, with an earthy, ancient quality that speaks directly to the qvevri and the land. On the palate, full-bodied and dry with a nutty, textured richness, bright acidity, and a long, complex finish. A wine of genuine character that transports you to the cradle of wine civilization.

Made from certified organic grapes. Pair with roasted meats, spiced lamb, charcuterie, aged hard cheeses, washed-rind cheeses, and dishes with Caucasian or Middle Eastern spice profiles. Decant before serving; a little sedimentation is natural and expected.

• Producer: Pheasant's Tears
• Grapes: Rkatsiteli, Mtsvane
• Sub-zone: Tibaani, Kakheti, Republic of Georgia
• Style: Qvevri Amber Wine (Orange Wine)
• Vintage: 2024
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Vinification: Fermented and aged in qvevri (buried clay amphorae); 1-month skin maceration; unfiltered & unfined
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Winemaker Description 

Kisi is one an indigenous varietal native of the Republic of Georgia. Petnat also known as "Petulant Natural Method Ancestral" is the original sparkling wine. Kisi is farmed in a biodynamic, regenerative vineyard planted over a dried up river bed.

The fruit is hand harvested and the wine is skin contact macerated in qvevri. Qvevri's are amphora buried in ground to control their temperature. Once the is done its maceration and still undergoing spontaneous, wild yeast fermentation, its bottled prematurely without additives and allowed to finish its fermentation in the bottle.

This Kisi has a fine bubbles, is dry and textured from skin contact, with crisp green apple and pear aromas and flavors. A fabulous alternative to Champagne.

Memo Summary Notes

Anapea Village Kisi Pet-Nat 2024 is a vibrant, natural sparkling wine from the Kakheti region of Georgia. Crafted by winemaker Khatia Darguashvili, this wine is a "Pétillant Naturel" (naturally sparkling) made from the indigenous Kisi grape, utilizing ancient Georgian techniques adapted for a modern, bubbly style.

Experience the Richness of Anapea Village Saperavi

Winemaker Description 

Light orange with the notes of pink color. Aromas: Well-expressed aromas of barberry and rose, with the raspberry notes on the second nose.

Taste: Mouth is soft and rich with well-expressed dried barberry aromas, citrus, strawberries and earthy minerality.

Medium-bodied dry wine with balanced tannins, backed by lively acidity and long finish. 

Memo Summary Notes

A bold, "natural" red wine from the Kakheti region of Georgia. Produced by the husband-and-wife team Gocha and Khatia, it is crafted using 8,000-year-old traditional methods.

Food Pairings

• Meats: Grilled lamb, beef fillet, or traditional Georgian Chakapuli (herbed lamb stew).

• Game: Excellent with duck, goose, or pheasant.

• Vegetarian: Rich mushroom dishes or roasted root vegetables.

• Cheese: Pairs well with mature, hard cheeses.

Introduction to Saperavi

Saperavi is a stunning red wine that originates from Georgia, one of the oldest wine regions in the world. The Anapea Village Saperavi 2019 showcases the intense fruity flavors and vibrant character expected from this remarkable varietal. It features rich aromas of dark berries, plums, and spices, providing a delightful sensory experience. This wine is not only delicious but also has a beautiful deep color that captivates the eye, making it a perfect choice for special occasions.

Flavor Profile and Pairing

The flavor profile of Anapea Village Saperavi is deep and complex. You will taste luscious dark fruits, like cherry and blackberry, accompanied by hints of oak and a touch of earthiness. This blend makes it an excellent companion to a variety of foods. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats, rich stews, and hearty cheeses. So, whether you're planning a dinner party or a casual meal, this Saperavi will enhance your dining experience.

Why Choose Anapea Village Saperavi

Choosing Anapea Village Saperavi 2019 means selecting quality, tradition, and authenticity. This wine is crafted with care from grapes grown in the fertile soils of Georgia, where the climate is perfect for producing exceptional wines. It's an ideal option for wine enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Plus, the sustainable practices used in its production reflect a commitment to quality and the environment. Therefore, you're not just enjoying a glass of wine; you're embracing a piece of Georgian heritage.

Winemaker Description 

Rkatsiteli aged in oak has very complex and interesting aromatic profile. The citrus, green apple, flowery aromas add freshness to the wine, while secondary aromas derived from oak aging add vanilla, caramel and toasted notes. 

White dry wine made according to European rules from Kakheti region. Is made from Rkatsiteli grape variety. Has a light straw color, pronounced varietal aroma and taste. Characterized by citrus, wildflower and pineapple aromas. A cheerful, gentle wine with a light finish, balanced in acidity and alcohol.

Winemaker Description 

Anapea Villlage Qarvani produces Natural Wines exclusively using Georgian traditional methods.  The winery uses 2 sets of Qvevris for both fermentation (6 months on skins) and aging. All farming is organic and biodynamic and the winery is a member, and strict adherent, of the Georgia Natural Wine Association.

Mouth is soft and rich with well expressed aromas of white cherry jam, ripe tropical fruits backed by lively acidity and long finish. Velvety bouquet, velvety fruit tones. 

Memo Summary Notes

The Anapea Village Mtsvane 2020 is a traditional Georgian "Amber" (orange) wine produced in the Kvareli micro-zone of Kakheti. Winemaker Khatia Darguashvili is renowned for her strict adherence to ancient methods, producing wines that are essentially "time capsules" of Georgian history.

It is bone-dry with a "crunchy" texture. You’ll find notes of yellow plum, citrus zest, and tropical guava, balanced by the firm, tea-like tannins derived from the long skin contact.