Tamaris Vazi

At a Glance

Why We Love It

We love Tamaris Vazi because it feels like a direct connection to Georgia's history. The grape is named after Queen Tamar, one of the country's most legendary rulers, and the fruit comes from wild forest vines in Meskheti.

Description

Tamaris Vazi is one of the rarest and most remarkable wines in the portfolio. Produced from 100% Tamaris Vazi, a grape named after Queen Tamar, it combines delicate floral aromas with ripe orchard fruit, citrus, green apple and subtle herbal notes. The palate is balanced and vibrant, with medium body, gentle creaminess, pronounced minerality and a clean elegant finish.

Technical Details

Origin
Meskheti, Georgia.

Fruit Source
Wild forest vines.

Harvest
Hand harvested.

Vinification
Eight months of maceration in Georgian qvevri.

Ageing
Twelve months in stainless steel.

Cellar Work
Indigenous yeasts, no filtration and no sulphites added.

Tasting Notes

Appearance
Deep ruby red.

Nose
Floral notes, ripe orchard fruit and subtle herbs.

Palate
Citrus, green apple, gentle creaminess and pronounced minerality.

Food Pairing

·       Grilled lamb

·       Game

·       Slow-cooked meats

·       Mature cheeses

·       Georgian cuisine

About the Producer

Working in the historic region of Meskheti, Giorgi Natenadze is helping preserve one of the world's most extraordinary viticultural traditions. Few winemakers anywhere in the world work the way he does, searching remote mountain forests for wild grapevines climbing high into the trees and harvesting fruit from plants that have grown naturally and remained hidden for centuries. Many of these vines are between 100 and 200 years old, while some are more than 400 years old and still producing grapes today. By identifying, protecting and vinifying fruit from these remarkable plants, Natenadze is helping safeguard a living piece of Georgia's viticultural heritage.

For Wine Geeks

·       100% Tamaris Vazi

·       Meskheti, Georgia

·       Traditional Georgian qvevri methods

·       Indigenous yeasts, no filtration, no sulphites added

Our Take

A rare grape, wild forest vines and a connection to Queen Tamar. This is one of the true treasures of the portfolio.