At a glance

Producer

Orgo Wines

Region

Georgia, Kakheti

Grape variety

Saperavi

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35 (retail, 750ml bottle)

Tasting profile

Aromas of dark cherries, blackberries, graphite, earthiness with notes of spice and leather; palate shows concentrated fruit, robust tannins, medium-plus acidity

Evolution: Fruit will mature from primary to more complex secondary notes such as forest floor, tobacco, and soft floral hints; tannins soften creating rounder mouthfeel

At peak: Complex layered flavors of ripe dark fruit balanced by terroir-driven minerality and refined tannins; silky texture with lingering finish

Structure

Acidity

High acidity providing freshness and excellent aging backbone

Tannins

Firm and well-structured, typical of Saperavi, with good potential for gradual softening over 10-15 years

Alcohol

Moderate to slightly elevated (~13.5-14.5%), well integrated for style

Aging potential

15-20 years from vintage (2020), potentially longer with ideal cellaring

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2035

Optimal window

2025 to 2040

Current status

Needs some aging; developing complexity

Current condition

Youthful tannins with primary fruit still vibrant; some austerity present but balanced by acidity

Peak drinking period begins ~8 years post vintage when tannins resolve sufficiently and fruit integrates fully with secondary and tertiary aromas and flavors. After peak, gradual decline in vibrancy but extended period of enjoyable mature characteristics can persist until about 20 years from vintage, conditioned on proper cellaring.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with grilled or roasted red meats, lamb, hearty stews, game (venison, wild boar), mushroom risotto, aged cheeses like aged gouda or pecorino. As it ages, pairs well with richer dishes featuring earthy components and truffle.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1 hour) — To soften firm tannins and open up the wine’s complex aromas and flavors

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Sustainable viticulture practices, minimal intervention winemaking, hand harvesting

Orgo Wines emphasizes organic farming and sustainable vineyard management to preserve Kakheti's terroir and promote environmental health.