Wine "Old Tbilisi" is one of the most popular. Among the gourmets of our country, there is hardly any one who does not like this drink. Many consider it to be elite alcohol for excellent quality. The fact that the price of Old Tbilisi wine is quite acceptable cannot but please the consumer.
About Trademark
This brand belongs to one of the most famous companies - GWS. It was founded back in 1993. The enterprise owns about four hundred hectares of vineyards. Most of the area, or rather seventy percent, is reserved for rare varieties. The vineyards themselves are located in the eastern part of the country in Kakheti near the village of Achinebuli.
Company wins
GWS received ISO 9001 and 22000 certificates at the time. This is a clear confirmation that the company's products meet the highest quality standards.
Against this background, it is not surprising that the Old Tbilisi brand has eighty gold medals.
Production Features
Wine "Old Tbilisi" is prepared only from grape varieties that are called autochthonous, that is, exclusive. These include Dzelshavi, Saperavi, Rkatsiteli and Mtsvane. On their basis both single varietal and blend wines are produced.
Berries are picked only by the most ripe and juicy. The plant has the latest equipment, so the grapes fall under a gentle press. The fermentation process takes place in steel tanks and lasts from seven to fourteen days. After the Old Tbilisi wines are ready, some are bottled, and some are sent for aging in oak barrels. This procedure gives the wine astringency and tannin.
Reviews of Old Tbilisi wine suggest that each position has its own fans. The range is wide enough, so everyone can find a drink to their liking. But in our country the most adherents are the semi-sweet Old Tbilisi wine.
Red wines
"Saperavi-Dzelshavi". Dry red wine, whose strength is 13 percent. It has a bright ruby color, in which cherry glare sometimes flickers. The aroma is floral, thick. Taste tart, full of freshness of red fruits. It will be a great addition to meat dishes and cheese slices. The recommended flow temperature is 15-18 degrees.
- "Supruli". Semi-dry wine, the strength of which is 12 degrees. It has a rich pomegranate color and a bright fruity aroma. In a balanced, velvety taste, fruit is also the main line. Serve recommended for beef, vegetables and ravioli. This is a seasoned drink.
- Alaverdi. Also semi-dry wine with a strength of 11 degrees. This drink has a purple color and a rich berry aroma. Black currants, forest blackberries, and fragrant cherries are well felt. The taste is tart, and the finish is long enough. Perfectly complement fish, white meat, cold dishes, risotto and pasta. Serve at a temperature of 14-16 degrees.
- "Old Tbilisi Alazani". Semi-sweet red wine. For its manufacture using the Saperavi grape variety. It has a rich red color. The main notes in the aroma are black currants and ripe cherries. Balanced, velvety taste with soft tannins. Serve with pork, lasagna and pizza. It will also be a great addition to desserts, ice cream and fruit. The recommended flow temperature is 8-10 degrees.
White wines
- "Supruli". Semi-dry wine, whose strength is 12.5%. This is a blending drink, it consists of two grape varieties - Rkatsiteli and Mtsvane. The wine is transparent, yellow with greenish highlights. Spicy notes and sourness of tropical fruits make the wine truly exclusive. The aroma is dominated by pineapple and citrus fruits. Very pleasant and long aftertaste. It goes well with fish, cheese and desserts.
- "Rkatsiteli-Mtsvane". Dry wine, whose strength is 12.5 percent. It features a straw color in which emerald glare slip. The aroma is full of wildflowers and freshly cut grass. In the background there are fruit and berry notes. The taste is dominated by citrus fruits, and the aftertaste will please a slight sourness. Suitable for seafood and white meat.
- Alaverdi. Semi-dry wine, whose strength is 11 percent. The color is golden. The aroma is very saturated, the main tones are sunny fruits, which complement the notes of fresh jam. Bright taste with light astringency inherent only to Georgian wines and peach notes. The drink is quite versatile, suitable for almost everything. They can be supplemented with both hot dishes and cold snacks, combined with meat and fish. Ideal in harmony with seafood.