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Mtsvane is a white grape known for peach, floral, herbs. Its best-known homes are Georgia.
Origin and history
A Georgian grape from Kakheti; the name means 'green', and the main form is Mtsvane Kakhuri.
Where it grows
Georgia, chiefly Kakheti (Tsinandali, Manavi, Gurjaani), with smaller plantings elsewhere in Georgia.
Structure
Medium body with fresh acidity; dry, made both in European style and as tannic qvevri amber wine.
Aromas, young and aged
Young: peach, apricot, white flowers, citrus and herbs. With age or skin contact: dried fruit, honey and nuts.
Ageing
Fresh styles are best within 1–4 years; qvevri amber wines can age 8–10 years.
Also known as
Mtsvane Kakhuri.
Good to know
It is the aromatic partner to Rkatsiteli in Tsinandali, Georgia's classic white blend, and has its own Manavi PDO.
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