Vineyard

ORGANIC VINEYARD IN GEORGIA

Our vineyard is located in the eastern Georgian wine region of Kakheti, more precisely in the fertile Alazani Valley. We are part of Kindzmarauli Mirozone, one of the world’s best growing areas for Saperavi, but also for our other three endemic varieties Kisi, Rkatsiteli, and Khikhvi.

Our vineyard is located between the small town of Kvareli and the village of Sanavardo in the middle of a vast plain – far away from civilization and surrounded only by trees, other vineyards, nut and fruit orchards.

GRAPE VARIETIES

SAPERAVI

Origin: Georgia
Type: red
Area: 2.5 ha

KISI

Origin: Georgia
Type: amber/orange
Area: 0.7 ha

RKATSITELI

Origin: Georgia
Type: amber/orange
Area: 0.7 ha

KHIKHVI

Origin: Georgia
Type: amber/orange
Area: 0.5 ha

WHAT'S IMPORTANT TO US

BIODIVERSITY

Our objective is to cultivate a maximally diverse array of species. Each year, we plant various vegetable varieties among the vines, while also welcoming grasses and other wild plants. In the forthcoming year, we intend to plant a variety of trees and hedgerows around the vineyard to further attract beneficial insects, reptiles, and other wildlife.

ORGANIC

After acquiring the vineyard in early 2020, we have systematically transitioned it to organic practices. We do not use any herbicides; for fungal infestations, we exclusively apply substances permitted in organic viticulture. By the end of 2024, our vineyard will fully comply with EU regulations for organic farming. Once this is achieved, we will have our products certified accordingly.

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

In managing the vineyard, we rely on local knowledge and expertise. The responsibility lies with Vano, who has been involved in viticulture for 25 years. His extensive experience with the vines, as well as his understanding of climate, weather, and other environmental factors, is vital to our success. Like Vano, all our other staff members hail from the immediate area.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO YOU IRRIGATE YOUR VINEYARD?

No, we do not irrigate our vineyard. We aim to discourage the development of superficial roots, encouraging instead a deep penetration into the soil, where essential minerals reside. Unfortunately, climate change poses increasing challenges for us and other winemakers in Kakheti. Summers are becoming longer, hotter, and drier. We hope to maintain our practices without irrigation for as long as possible.

WHAT DO YOU PLANT BETWEEN THE VINES?

In the beginning we planted beans. In the next few years we would like to try strawberries, pumpkin and alfalfa (lucerne). We are always open for exciting inputs and ideas.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO VISIT YOUR VINEYARD?

Of course, we would love to. If you are interested, contact us and tell us when you would like to come by. We will be happy to show you the vineyard and round off your visit with a few glasses of wine in our Marani.

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