Bedoba, Saperavi, Khaketi

Country: Georgia  Region: Kakheti 

Varietal: Saperavi  Vintage: 2021

Colour: Red  Style: Dry

Producer: Bedoba

Made from the indigenous Georgian variety Saperavi, partially vinified in traditional qvevri vessels, Bedoba translates to `Day of Luck’. 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, whose apostolic work has contributed to the spread of Christianity in Georgia.

Bedoba is made from grapes sourced from vineyards located in the classic and traditional microzones of Kindzmarauli and Kvareli, in the Kakheti region. The vineyards are on average 30 years old, conducted on trellis and situated in a valley where the Duruji River used to run. The soils here are rich in black shale, and the southern slopes of the Caucasus Mountains provide altitudes of over 400 metres above sea level, bringing fresh acidity and soft tannins. Sustainable and organic practices are observed in the vineyards and harvest is carried out by hand.

Tasting Notes: Gorgeously rich, smooth and full with enough acidity to balance the mouth-coating roundness and lush blackberry, cherry and plum fruit flavours. 

Rich and complex on the nose with scents of dark raspberry, dried plums and figs. Tannins are rich and vibrant with flavours of red cherries, chocolate and tobacco. Subtle notes of white pepper on a long refined aftertaste.

Food Suggestion: Try with roast oxtail or Balinese smoked duck.

Closure: Natural Cork  ABV:13.5%