Anapea Village
Kvareli Side Amber Dry Mtsvane
Kvareli, Kakheti, Georgia
Anapea Village – “Kvareli Side” Amber Dry Mtsvane 2020. Kvareli, Kakheti – Georgia 🇬🇪
Overview
Made from 100% Mtsvane, this qvevri amber wine is one of Anapea Village’s small-production treasures from the Kvareli side of Kakheti. With extended skin contact, the 2020 vintage reveals both the grape’s lively aromatics and the structured depth of traditional Kakhetian amber. (Educational note: Mtsvane, meaning “green” in Georgian, is prized for its bright acidity and perfume — in amber style it takes on extra tannin, spice, and longevity.)
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh quince, green apple, and citrus peel mingle with chamomile, honeycomb, and dried herbs. Subtle tea leaf and almond skin add savory depth, giving balance between fruit brightness and earthy complexity.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied, textural, and structured, with a fine tannic grip from skin contact. Acidity keeps the wine lifted, finishing long, dry, and savory.
Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with walnut-stuffed eggplant (badrijani nigvzit), roasted poultry, or grilled fish. Also excellent with Middle Eastern mezze and hard cheeses.
Verdict
A beautifully expressive amber Mtsvane — aromatic, structured, and artisanal. The 2020 vintage shows balance between freshness and rustic qvevri character, making it one of Anapea’s standout bottlings. 🍷
Did You Know?
Single-varietal amber Mtsvane is rare — most producers blend it. Anapea’s decision to showcase it alone highlights the estate’s dedication to reviving Georgia’s indigenous grapes.
Hidden Gem 💎
A qvevri-fermented amber Mtsvane from Kvareli is a rare discovery, combining perfume, texture, and history in one bottle.
Anapea Village – “Kvareli Side” Amber Dry Mtsvane 2020. Kvareli, Kakheti – Georgia 🇬🇪
Overview
Made from 100% Mtsvane, this qvevri amber wine is one of Anapea Village’s small-production treasures from the Kvareli side of Kakheti. With extended skin contact, the 2020 vintage reveals both the grape’s lively aromatics and the structured depth of traditional Kakhetian amber. (Educational note: Mtsvane, meaning “green” in Georgian, is prized for its bright acidity and perfume — in amber style it takes on extra tannin, spice, and longevity.)
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh quince, green apple, and citrus peel mingle with chamomile, honeycomb, and dried herbs. Subtle tea leaf and almond skin add savory depth, giving balance between fruit brightness and earthy complexity.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied, textural, and structured, with a fine tannic grip from skin contact. Acidity keeps the wine lifted, finishing long, dry, and savory.
Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with walnut-stuffed eggplant (badrijani nigvzit), roasted poultry, or grilled fish. Also excellent with Middle Eastern mezze and hard cheeses.
Verdict
A beautifully expressive amber Mtsvane — aromatic, structured, and artisanal. The 2020 vintage shows balance between freshness and rustic qvevri character, making it one of Anapea’s standout bottlings. 🍷
Did You Know?
Single-varietal amber Mtsvane is rare — most producers blend it. Anapea’s decision to showcase it alone highlights the estate’s dedication to reviving Georgia’s indigenous grapes.
Hidden Gem 💎
A qvevri-fermented amber Mtsvane from Kvareli is a rare discovery, combining perfume, texture, and history in one bottle.