At a glance

Producer

Chateau Mukhrani

Region

Georgia, Kakheti

Grape variety

Saperavi

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$15-$25

Tasting profile

Intense black fruit (blackberry, black cherry), notes of smoke, leather, and spice.

Evolution: Will develop more nuanced tertiary aromas including forest floor, tobacco, and earthy layers.

At peak: Complex palate with balanced tannins, rich fruit, layered spices, and silky finish.

Structure

Acidity

High, well integrated

Tannins

Firm and gripping

Alcohol

13.5-14.0%

Aging potential

10-15 years expected due to grape variety and robust tannic backbone

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2030

Optimal window

2023 to 2030

Current status

Approaching mid-maturity with robust structure

Current condition

Youthful tannins with deep fruit expression

Saperavi is a thick-skinned grape with high tannin and acidity which supports long aging. The 2018 vintage was solid in Kakheti with ripe phenolic maturity, which enables a peak window starting around 7 years from vintage.

Food pairing

Pairs well with hearty dishes such as grilled lamb, beef stew, aged cheeses, and spicy Caucasian cuisine.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45-60 minutes) — To soften firm tannins and allow bouquet to open

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Chateau Mukhrani practices integrated pest management, conservative water use, and uses lightweight packaging to reduce environmental impact.

While lacking official organic or biodynamic certifications, Chateau Mukhrani is among Georgian producers increasingly attentive to environmental impact by adopting sustainable viticultural techniques and minimizing chemical inputs where feasible. Their use of local sourcing and relatively short-distance exports moderately reduce overall carbon footprint but there is room for improvement in certifications and energy use.