Georgian orange dry qvevri wine Ocho Goruli Mtsvane

Ocho Goruli Mtsvane Qvevri Wine is an authentic orange wine from the Kartli region, created using the ancient Georgian qvevri aging technique. The wine is made from the rare indigenous Goruli Mtsvane grape variety, considered one of the gems of central Georgia. Long maceration on the skins in clay qvevris gives the wine its characteristic amber color, complex structure, and distinctive gastronomic profile.

Alcohol: approximately 13%

Grape: Goruli Mtsvane

Serving temperature: 12–14°C

Producer: Ocho

Region: Kartli

Color: Rich golden amber with copper highlights

Aroma: Multilayered and expressive. The bouquet reveals notes of ripe quince, dried apricot, orange peel, yellow apple, and pear. With aeration, notes of mountain herbs, flower honey, dried fruits, walnut, and light spicy nuances characteristic of qvevri aging emerge.

Taste: Full-bodied, structured, and harmonious. Ripe stone fruits, dried quince, orange peel, tea leaves, and light nutty notes are evident. Skin contact gives the wine delicate tannins and a pleasant, gastronomic astringency. Fresh acidity maintains balance, creating a long, dry, and complex finish.

Finish: Long, with notes of dried fruits, citrus zest, white tea, and a touch of minerality.

Food Pairing: Perfect with Georgian dishes, roast poultry, duck, grilled lamb, chargrilled vegetables, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses. Pairs particularly well with Adjarian khachapuri, pkhali, satsivi, and dishes with aromatic spices.

Wine Features:

• Made using traditional Georgian qvevri technology
• Produced from the rare indigenous grape variety Goruli Mtsvane
• Natural fermentation with its own yeast
• Distinctive terroir character of the Kartli region
• An excellent choice for discovering authentic Georgian orange wines

Sommelier's recommendation: Open the bottle 20-30 minutes before serving or decant. As the wine comes into contact with air, it becomes noticeably more complex, revealing additional nuances of dried fruits, herbs, and spices. This wine will appeal to lovers of serious gastronomic white wines from the regions of Georgia, orange wine enthusiasts, and those who appreciate distinctive indigenous grape varieties.