{"title":"RKATSITELI","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"dugladze-tibaani-qvevri","title":"Dugladze Tibaani Qvevri","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the wine that was the inspiration for Turton Wines' founding, Georgian wine continues to have unrivalled breadth. Widely acknowledged as the origin of wine as we know it, Georgia began production over 8,000 years ago and has sites of ancient winemaking with protected status from UNESCO. Famed for their ancient Qvevri winemaking method and the ability to not only produce superb red, white and orange dry wines, but superb and quintessentially Georgian semi-sweet wines of all types.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA Georgian white wine from the Tibaani micro-zone in the Kakheti region, considered to be perfect for the traditional Kahetian Qvevri orange wines. Dugladze use Rkatsiteli grapes that are pressed\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e with their stems into the Qvevri and kneaded 3 times a day as it ferments. Once fermented, the wine remains in the skins until the following February \/ March. A\u003c\/span\u003eromas of sugared hazelnut, dried apple and herbal notes with a palate showing the best blend of strength and elegance. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTry with grilled or barbecued meats and vegetables, spicy dishes or full cheeseboards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDugladze Wine Co was founded in 2004 and prides itself on \u003c\/span\u003ecombining traditional Georgian traditions, novelties and loyalty to the family business. They have vineyards across three wine regions: Kakheti overlooking the Alazani River in the Caucus foothills, and Imereti and Kartli nearer to the Black Sea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany Georgian wines source grapes from small family vineyards, so ingrained in culture that they are a strong part of family heritage. There are several wine regions that hold 18 Specific Viticultural Areas held in high regard, with careful monitoring and low yields. The ancient Qvevri method is still in wide use. Qvevri are large clay pots, buried underground to their necks for perfect fermentation and ageing temperature, often with skins and stems for full concentration. 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Famed for their ancient Qvevri winemaking method and the ability to not only produce superb red, white and orange dry wines, but superb and quintessentially Georgian semi-sweet wines of all types.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDugladze present a fantastic introduction to orange wine made from a majority of the popular native Rkatsiteli grape and a touch of other native varieties. Made in the ancient tradition with f\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eermentation on skins and stems in Qvevri where it remains for around 6 months before bottling. F\u003c\/span\u003eull bodied, with gently intense peach, honey, stewed apple and dried apricot flavours. The exotic, mouth filling palate has a dry and gently tannic finish. Try with roast chicken or vegetables and mature cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDugladze Wine Co was founded in 2004 and prides itself on \u003c\/span\u003ecombining traditional Georgian traditions, novelties and loyalty to the family business. They have vineyards across three wine regions: Kakheti overlooking the Alazani River in the Caucus foothills, and Imereti and Kartli nearer to the Black Sea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany Georgian wines source grapes from small family vineyards, so ingrained in culture that they are a strong part of family heritage. There are several wine regions that hold 18 Specific Viticultural Areas held in high regard, with careful monitoring and low yields. The ancient Qvevri method is still in wide use. Qvevri are large clay pots, buried underground to their necks for perfect fermentation and ageing temperature, often with skins and stems for full concentration. 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Famed for their ancient Qvevri winemaking method and the ability to not only produce superb red, white and orange dry wines, but superb and quintessentially Georgian semi-sweet wines of all types.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDugladze present their \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edry Rkatsiteli wine, the most planted native white grape in Georgia due to its hardiness, versatility and deep flavour. Dugladze ferment grapes at low temperatures to maximise aroma qualities. This light hay coloured wine shows a herbal, floral and citrus layered bouquet. The palate is well formed and refined, white stone fruit, apple and refreshing citrus zest on the finish. Try with chicken, fish, light pasta or risotto dishes, or goats cheese. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDugladze Wine Co was founded in 2004 and prides itself on \u003c\/span\u003ecombining traditional Georgian traditions, novelties and loyalty to the family business. 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