A note from the winemaker

Caring for your
natural wine

Our wines are made with minimal intervention. They are alive — and like all living things, they reward a little care and attention.

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01 / Storage

Keeping your wine
at its best

Natural wines are more sensitive to heat, light, and movement than conventional wines. A little care means the wine you open will taste exactly as intended.

Temperature
10 – 14 °C
Cool and consistent. Avoid near the oven or a sunny window.
Position
Upright
Away from direct light and vibration.
Light
Dark
UV degrades wine quickly. A cupboard or pantry is ideal.
Drink within
1 – 2 years
Made for near-term enjoyment, not long cellaring.

No added sulphites — handle gently and avoid transporting in a hot car.

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02 / After opening

Once the bottle
is open

Natural wines can turn faster than conventional wines — but they also evolve beautifully over an evening.

i
Reseal tightly
Use the original cork or a wine stopper. Any air gap accelerates oxidation.
ii
Refrigerate immediately
Even reds benefit from the fridge once opened. Take out 30 minutes before the next serving.
iii
Drink within 2 – 3 days
Best within 48 hours. Whites and rosés fade faster; reds can hold a little longer.
iv
Watch for change, not fault
A slight haze, sediment, or gentle fizz is normal. A vinegar smell or flat flavour means it has turned.
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03 / Decanting

Opening up
the reds

Saperavi, Ojaleshi, and Chkhaveri Red are structured and benefit from breathing before you pour.

i
Remove from fridge early
Take out 30 – 45 minutes before serving. Reds open up at 16 – 18 °C.
ii
Decant 15 – 30 minutes before
Pour gently into a decanter or wide-mouthed jug. Saperavi especially benefits — it can seem tight straight from the bottle.
iii
Watch for sediment
Natural reds often settle. Stop pouring when you see it reaching the neck, or decant against a light source.
iv
No decanter? No problem.
Open 20 minutes early and let it sit, or pour into a large glass and swirl gently.
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04 / Serving temperatures

Every wine at its
right temperature

Too cold and the aromas close up; too warm and the alcohol dominates.

Wine Type Serve at Decant?
SaperaviRed16 – 18 °CYes, 20–30 min
OjaleshiRed16 – 18 °CYes, 15–20 min
Chkhaveri RedRed15 – 17 °CYes, 15 min
KisiAmber12 – 14 °COptional, 10 min
KhikhviAmber12 – 14 °COptional
MtsvaneAmber12 – 14 °COptional
Golden BlendAmber12 – 14 °COptional, 10 min
CeciliaAmber12 – 14 °COptional
RkatsiteliAmber10 – 12 °CNo
MtsvivaniWhite10 – 12 °CNo
Vardisperi RkatsiteliRosé9 – 11 °CNo
Chkhaveri AmberSparkling7 – 9 °CNo
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From Zurab

Made with intention

These wines are made by hand, from vines tended with care in Georgia. They carry the character of the land and the season. We hope they bring something genuine to your table.

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