๐ท Drunk Zodiacs Leo Khikhvi Qvevri 2019 is a Georgian dry amber wine that brings together a native grape variety, traditional clay-vessel maturation and a distinctly artistic identity. This 750 ml bottle contains wine at 13.5% alcohol. Produced and bottled by Cooperative Ruspiri in Kurdgelauri, Telavi, it belongs to a collection in which each wine is paired with a zodiac sign. Here, the lion gives the bottle its name and its memorable illustrated character.
๐บ Khikhvi is the grape at the centre of this expression, while ageing in qvevri gives the wine its traditional Georgian context. Its aromatic profile combines dried peach, jam and white cherry. These fruit impressions are accompanied by a noticeable tannic structure, offering a different experience from a light, straightforward white wine. The wine is dry rather than sweet: references to jam describe its flavour, not a claim about added sugar or a sweet wine style.
๐ฅฉ Serve Drunk Zodiacs Leo Khikhvi at 12โ14ยฐC to explore its fruit and texture without overchilling it. Grilled meat is a natural pairing suggestion, while Italian pasta offers another way to enjoy it at the table. Dark chocolate is also recommended by the producer for those who enjoy exploring less conventional combinations. Choose the accompanying dish to suit your taste and allow a little time in the glass for the wine to open.
๐จ The salmon-coloured lion artwork gives Leo an individual appearance within the twelve-sign Drunk Zodiacs collection. It makes a thoughtful choice for an adult wine enthusiast who appreciates Georgian grape varieties and illustrated design, whether or not Leo is their own zodiac sign. This is the 2019 vintage, bottled on 18 November 2024. The wine is filtered and contains sulphites. Keep it away from heat and direct sunlight, with storage around 15ยฐC as recommended for this bottle. Enjoy responsibly.
๐ Key Details
- ๐ท๏ธ Brand: Drunk Zodiacs
- โ Zodiac: Leo
- ๐ญ Producer: Cooperative Ruspiri
- ๐ Country: Georgia
- ๐ Region: Kakheti; Kurdgelauri, Telavi
- ๐ Grape: Khikhvi
- ๐ท Style: Dry amber wine
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Vintage: 2019
- ๐บ Maturation: Qvevri
- ๐พ Volume: 750 ml
- ๐ช ABV: 13.5%
- ๐ Aroma: Dried peach, jam and white cherry
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Texture: Tannic
- ๐ฅฉ Pairings: Grilled meat, Italian pasta, dark chocolate
- ๐ก๏ธ Serve at: 12โ14ยฐC
- ๐งด Filtration: Filtered
- โ ๏ธ Allergen: Contains sulphites
- ๐๏ธ Bottled: 18 November 2024
- ๐ฆ Packaging: One glass bottle
- ๐ก๏ธ Storage: Around 15ยฐC, away from heat and sunlight
- ๐ท๏ธ Barcode / SKU (Amber): 4860117800384
