Why you'll love it
Crafted by Igavi Wines, this natural wine from Georgia's Imereti region is made from the indigenous Aladasturi grape. It's fermented with indigenous yeast, aged in kvevri (traditional Georgian clay vessels) for 9 months, and bottled unfined, unfiltered, and with zero added...
A light-bodied red with aromas of red berries, rose petals, and subtle spice. The palate is fresh and juicy, featuring flavors of tart red cherries, a hint of green herbs, and a touch of white pepper, reminiscent of Loire Valley's Pineau d'Aunis.
Pairs well with veal, game meats like venison, mature hard cheeses, mushrooms, and cured meats.
Best known in Imereti and Guria, Georgia
A traditional red grape from western Georgia. Lighter in body than Saperavi, with bright red fruit, lively acidity and a gentle earthy note. Often made simply, sometimes in clay qvevri, and best enjoyed young.
, Georgia
Igavi Wines was founded by Aidan Raftery and works organically with minimal intervention in Western Georgia. Love Wine stocks their Aladasturi, from the Imereti region. It is aged in kvevri, bottled unfined and unfiltered, with no added sulfur.
More from Igavi →Igavi Wines, founded by Aidan Raftery, focuses on organic and minimal-intervention winemaking in Western Georgia. The name "Igavi" means "fable" in Georgian, inspired by a local story where soldiers carried vine cuttings to plant upon their return, symbolizing resilience and heritage.
If you like these, you'll love this: Other Georgian reds like Orbeluri Ojaleshi or wines from the Lechkhumi region.
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