At all times, Georgia was considered the birthplace of good wine, since this alcoholic beverage has been produced here for more than eight thousand years. It is in Georgia that five hundred twenty-five out of two thousand grape varieties existing in the world are grown. Georgia may surprise even those who have tried a lot. A lot of wine grape varieties, the use of ancient cooking methods together with modern technologies and practices make Georgian wine quite distinctive and unique. The Kvareli wine, which is considered one of the visiting cards of this country, is no exception.
A bit of history
In 1966, a technique was developed for the preparation of this alcoholic beverage. Since then, it has not changed much. The name this wine acquired from the region of its production, namely the Kvareteli zone (Kakheti), which is located in the north of the Alazani Valley, where winemaking is popular. This town has underground wine tunnels, next to it is an artificial lake, under which is hidden the world's largest reservoir with a length of up to eight kilometers. The town of Kvareli in Georgia hides its wine in the main hall of the winery, which is located in marble rock. Here you can find a huge number of samples of unique wines of the country. All of them are kept at a temperature of 14 degrees Celsius all year round.
Description
"Kvareli" - table wine , vintage, made from Budeshuri and Saperavi grape varieties. The color of the drink is dark ruby, its taste is quite harmonious and velvety with notes of ripe cherry, reminiscent of the taste of "Mukuzani", but heavier. Felt notes of fruits and wild berries.
The aroma of the drink is exquisite, with notes of young greenery, red berries and freshly cut grass. Wine is aged for at least three years, so it turns out quite heavy and tart.
The alcohol capacity in the drink is about twelve percent. The drink goes well with cheeses, fish, barbecue and barbecue. Wine is often served with fruits and sugary dishes.
Wine "Kvareli" has many world-class awards. Its popularity is determined by the ancient Georgian traditions of winemaking, as well as a unique production technique. This alcohol is served at a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius, it is not recommended to supercool it so as not to lose a perfect bouquet.
Production technology
For the production of wine grapes are used with a sugar content of at least 19%. The berries are crushed, the must obtained from this grape must go through the process of fermentation on the pulp, while the cap should be immersed. The product is stirred about four times a day. When fermentation is completed, the Kvareli wine is aged in oak barrels for three or four years, and then bottled. It turns out dry red wine with a strength of 12 degrees, having a characteristic varietal bouquet and a velvety aftertaste.
Thus, the production of this alcohol is very expensive, but the result is worth it. The main feature of the production of this drink is that twigs and seeds are not removed from the grapes, which leads to a more astringent and rich taste of the drink.
Kvareli: composition, nutritional value, price, storage conditions
Wine "Kvareli" is dry red, possessing the aroma of wild berries. Its shelf life is unlimited, it is only necessary to observe the storage and transportation conditions. It is recommended to store it in ventilated rooms that do not have a foreign smell, and where the sun's rays do not fall. Storage temperature should not exceed 20 degrees Celsius, and air humidity should not be higher than 85%.
The composition of the drink includes Saperavi grapes, the content of harmful substances does not exceed permissible norms. The nutritional value of wine is 75 kilocalories per 100 grams of product. Food additives and components are not used in the preparation of alcohol. Wine contains only one additive, which is acceptable in the form of sulfur dioxide.
The price of such an alcoholic beverage ranges from five hundred to six hundred rubles per bottle with a volume of 700 ml. Today, the Kvareli cellar company produces several names of wines, known even far beyond the borders of Georgia.
Reviews
Many consumers prefer Georgian wines. Among them, for example, wine "Kvareli Kindzmarauli" , which is distinguished by excellent taste. Georgian wine is made from selected grapes in Catechia. Some note its mild full flavor, others claim that the wine is heavy and tart with notes of fruit. The finish is long and juicy, with a predominance of cherry notes. The aroma of an alcoholic drink is represented by notes of cherry, brown spices and red fruits. Thus, Kvareli is one of the most popular Georgian wines that are delivered to other countries. This drink is familiar to many and is in great demand among the adult population not only in Georgia, but also in Russia.