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Georgian Grapes

Mtsvane Kakhuri

Mtsvane

Mtsvane is a natve Georgian white wine grape.

It is often called Mtsvane Kakhuri to distinguish it from other local varieties that also carry the Mtsvane name.

About Mtsvane

Mtsvane means green. It referres to the grape's vibrant greenish hue when ripe.

The primary region is Kakheti, in Eastern Georgia — the heartland of Georgian winemaking, where it grows in the famous subzones like Tsinandali, Telavi, and Kvareli.

The climate here is continental, with hot summers and cold winters, and the soils are rich in limestone and alluvial deposits — ideal for structured, expressive wines.

Mtsvane is commonly used as a single-varietal wine, but can also be blended with Rkatsiteli (especially in the Tsinandali PDO).

The grape is suitable for both modern stainless steel vinification and traditional qvevri winemaking.

Mtsvane's resilience and adaptability to different environmental conditions, coupled with its contribution to high-quality wines, have secured Mtsvane's place in the Georgian wine scene. It's not just a grape variety; it's a symbol of the nation's viticultural heritage, offering a unique blend of history, diverse wine profiles, and adaptability.

Mtsvane Flavors

Lemon Zest
Lemon Zest
Apple
Apple
Pear
Pear
Plum
Plum
Peach
Peach
Chamomile
Chamomile
Herbs
Herbs
Mineral
Mineral

Mtsvane Profile

Mtsvane is crisp, fresh, light to medium body, with a notable zesty acidity:

SUGAR:Dry (3 g/l)
BODY:Medium - Light
FRUIT:Medium
ACIDITY:Medium - High
ALCOHOL:12-13% ABV
Temperature Serving temperature:
8-10°C (46-50°F)

Mtsvane Food Pairing

Antipasti
Light
Salads
Vegetables
Grilled
Vegetables
Fish
Grilled
Fish
Soft Cheese
Soft
Cheese

Excellent Pairings

Fresh seafood.
Grilled Shrimps. Oysters.
Grilled Fish. Trout. Sea Bass.
Light Salads. Citrus or Herb Dressings.
Light poultry dishes with citrus or herbs.
Sushi. Sashimi.
Fresh cheeses. Feta. Brie. Chevre.

Georgian Specialities

Lobio (bean stew).
Pkhali (vegetable pâté with walnuts).
Chvishtari (cheese cornbread).


The Ideal Glass for Mtsvane

A Riesling Glass has a tall and narrow bowl to emphasize the aromas of the wine.

The shape also helps balance the high acidity often found in Mtsvane.

The glass is also perfect for any other bone dry wines with high acidity like Chablis, Chenin Blanc, Picpoul and Vinho Verde.

If You Like Mtsvane

You May Also Like:

Albariño (Spain)
Alvarinho (Portugal)
Assyrtiko (Greece)
Gavi (Italy)
Grechetto (Italy)
Greco di Tufo (Italy)
Moschofilero (Greece)
Pinot Bianco (Italy)
Sylvaner (France)
Riesling Dry (Germany)
Trebbiano (Italy)
Ugni Blanc (France)
Weissburgunder (Germany)

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