Marina Mtsvane Qvevri, Marina's Wine
Almost coppery pink in the glass, with a warm bouquet of complex, savoury and umami with more flavours of apricot, tamarind and black tea. All this richness is perfectly balanced by fine tannins, fluidity, and vibrant acidity.
Hand harvested Mtsvane grapes from the old vineyard undergo a 5-month fermentation on skins in qvevri, the traditional large clay amphorae, which are buried underground. Only 1800 bottles are made every vintage.
Marina Kurtanidze, alongside Tea Melanashvili, established the first female-led Georgian winery in 2012. Under the name Mandili, they began producing natural wines using the traditional kvevri method, gaining international recognition. Marina later joined her husband Iago Bitarishvili who is another of Georgia's natural winemaking pioneers. They strongly adhere to the local traditions and avoid modern vinification techniques.
Origin: Kartli, Georgia
Vintage: 2023
Grape varieties: Mtsvane
Food pairings: A great alternative to big reds on the table, think Sunday roast, lamb, game, but also rich fish
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 13%
Delivery and returns
What are the delivery options?
- Local Delivery (E17, E10 postcodes): Free over £35
- Click & Collect: Free
- Standard Delivery: £8.95 (Free over £80)
Where can I get my order delivered?
- Local Delivery is available within London E17 and E10 postcodes.
- Click & Collect orders can be picked up at our shop located at 149 Forest Rd, E17 6HE.
When will my order arrive?
- Next day service is available for local and standard deliveries (subject to availability).
- All orders placed by midnight will be dispatched the next working day.
Why do I need to pay for returns?
- If returning your order by mail, the buyer is responsible for the return shipping cost.
- You may return your purchase within 30 days if you are unsatisfied for any reason.
How do I return my order?
- Free returns are available if you return your order to our store.
- If returning by mail, you may ship back the item using the carrier of your choice.
