Freddy R. Troya

8.9

Tamada – Kindzmarauli 2023 (Semi-Sweet Red)
Duruji Valley, Kakheti – Georgia 🇬🇪

Overview
Made from 100% Saperavi, this semi-sweet red is a hallmark of the Kindzmarauli PDO, located in Georgia’s Kakheti region. Naturally semi-sweet wines like this are produced by stopping fermentation early, leaving residual sugar while retaining Saperavi’s intense fruit character. (Educational note: Kindzmarauli wines are protected by Georgian appellation law, recognized internationally for their semi-sweet style.)

Aromas & Flavors
Rich and fruit-forward, with notes of ripe blackberry, black cherry, and plum jam. Hints of pomegranate, violet, and a touch of cocoa give extra layers of sweetness and depth.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with velvety tannins, lush sweetness, and balancing acidity that keeps the wine from feeling heavy. Smooth and round, with a lingering, fruit-driven finish.

Food Pairings
Pairs beautifully with spicy lamb kebabs, Georgian walnut-based dishes, or blue cheeses. Also a great match for dark chocolate desserts or enjoyed on its own as a festive, easy-drinking red.

Verdict
A classic Kindzmarauli: rich, semi-sweet, and deliciously approachable. The 2023 vintage captures Saperavi’s dark fruit intensity while offering balance and charm, making it both a crowd-pleaser and a cultural staple. 🍷cheers!

Did You Know?
The Kindzmarauli microzone lies along the Alazani River in Kakheti. Its alluvial soils and warm climate give Saperavi the depth of fruit that makes these semi-sweet wines so distinctive. — 10 days ago

Mario Antoniazzi

8.9

89 points is good but not great , is bit overpriced for the quality of wine — 2 years ago

Vin d’Ottawa

9.0

My first taste of the Georgian Saperavi grape and I like it.

It starts dry but quickly turns purple plum juicy and into a sweet finish. — 3 years ago

with Gillian

Davo Montagian

9.8

Easter with Enrique and Valentina — 5 months ago

Jimmy Gaston

8.9

Me: Nice smell; not too aromatic or overwhelming. Light tart on the swish in the mouth. Has a soft linger on the swallow and lasts a few seconds. I forgot to say, the bottle is badass (2023)!

Wife doesn’t like the smell. Taste is ok. Wife says don’t get again. 😆

That said, we normally drink heavy cabs; especially me so others who like semi-sweets would probably say we’re crazy.

We also didn’t pair this with anything.

Also, first time I’ve ever had a wine from the country of Georgia. — 9 months ago

Dmytryi Chyzhevskyi

9.9

Perfect wine. It tends to semi-dry. — 2 years ago

chubchek

9.6

Легкое нежное красное полусладкое вино. С легкими танинами. — 7 months ago

Jessica Cansler

9.5

Love love love! Both Nick and I really liked this one and would be very happy to get again. Very light for a red — a year ago

Natalie Harper

9.6

Georgia 2021
Rkatsiteli - dry white wine — 2 years ago

Emma Findlay-White

9.0

Lovely drinkable wine. Dark red body. Sweet flavors of blackberry and cherry. After taste of smokey leather. Velvet mouthfeel and dense taste. Naturally sweet. — 3 years ago