Bedoba, White

Country: Georgia  Region: Kakheti 

Varietal: 70% Rkatsiteli, 30% Kisi  

Vintage: 2024 Colour: White  Style: Dry

Producer: Bedoba

Bedoba, which translates to `Day of Luck’, is a Georgian winery primarily dedicated to making wines from the countries indigenous Saperavi grape, partially vinified in traditional qvevri vessels. The original winery, whose cellars date back to 1737, was founded by the Konchosvilli family who had a close relationship with the church (`koncho` means cross). Winemakers Nugzar Ksovreli and Thierry Fontannaz honour this history on Bedoba’s label, with the icon of Saint Nina.

Vinification:
The Rkatsiteli and Kisi grapes were hand-harvested, fully destemmed and vinified separately on arrival at the winery. The Rkatsiteli was pressed, settled and fermented in Qvevri without skins, while the Kisi was cold soaked on skins for 24 hours before being pressed and fermented in stainless steel. Following alcoholic fermentation, around 20% of the Rkatsiteli was transferred to 500-litre French oak barrels for malolactic fermentation, with the remainder completing malolactic in Qvevri. The Kisi did not undergo malolactic fermentation. The final blend was aged for six months on fine lees in second- and third-use French oak barrels before bottling in April 2025.

Product Features: Sustainable, Vegetarian, Vegan

Tasting Notes: 
Bedoba White opens with notes of ripe pear, baked apple, honeycomb, toasted almonds, and subtle wild herbs. A gentle creaminess, refined oak, and the distinctive Qvevri texture lend depth and elegance to this layered wine.

Food Suggestion: Ideal for pairing with roasted poultry, grilled fish, mushroom risotto, and mild cheeses. Its creamy texture also suits spicy dishes, such as Thai cuisine or aromatic Middle Eastern, and fatty fish like salmon.

ABV:13.5%