Ketevan Ninidze
Dzelshavi Rosé Blend
Ketevan Ninidze – Dzelshavi Rosé / Red Blend 2020
Georgia 🇬🇪
Overview
Crafted by natural winemaker Ketevan Ninidze, this 2020 bottling features Dzelshavi — a rare indigenous Georgian grape — blended with other local varieties to create a distinctive rosé leaning toward a light red. Produced with minimal intervention, it reflects the new wave of Georgian artisanal winemaking. (Educational note: Dzelshavi is an ancient western Georgian grape, prized for its naturally light color and vibrant acidity, often used for rosé or elegant reds.)
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh strawberry, pomegranate, and raspberry, layered with floral hints of rose petal and violet. Secondary touches of cranberry, citrus zest, and light herbal spice add complexity.
Mouthfeel
Light-bodied with crisp acidity and gentle tannins. Refreshing and silky, sitting between a structured rosé and a very light red, with a clean, lingering finish.
Food Pairings
Excellent with grilled salmon, roast chicken, or tomato-based pasta. Also pairs beautifully with mezze platters, soft cheeses, or summer picnics.
Verdict
A vibrant and elegant rosé-red hybrid — fresh, textured, and full of personality. The 2020 vintage showcases Dzelshavi’s charm, elevated by Ketevan Ninidze’s artisanal hand. 🍷
Did You Know?
Dzelshavi is one of Georgia’s oldest documented grapes, historically mentioned in the 5th century. Its revival by small winemakers highlights the country’s push to preserve indigenous varieties.
Hidden Gem 💎
A Dzelshavi rosé blend from a boutique female winemaker, this 2020 bottling is both rare and distinctive — a true collector’s discovery from Georgia’s natural wine movement.
Ketevan Ninidze – Dzelshavi Rosé / Red Blend 2020
Georgia 🇬🇪
Overview
Crafted by natural winemaker Ketevan Ninidze, this 2020 bottling features Dzelshavi — a rare indigenous Georgian grape — blended with other local varieties to create a distinctive rosé leaning toward a light red. Produced with minimal intervention, it reflects the new wave of Georgian artisanal winemaking. (Educational note: Dzelshavi is an ancient western Georgian grape, prized for its naturally light color and vibrant acidity, often used for rosé or elegant reds.)
Aromas & Flavors
Fresh strawberry, pomegranate, and raspberry, layered with floral hints of rose petal and violet. Secondary touches of cranberry, citrus zest, and light herbal spice add complexity.
Mouthfeel
Light-bodied with crisp acidity and gentle tannins. Refreshing and silky, sitting between a structured rosé and a very light red, with a clean, lingering finish.
Food Pairings
Excellent with grilled salmon, roast chicken, or tomato-based pasta. Also pairs beautifully with mezze platters, soft cheeses, or summer picnics.
Verdict
A vibrant and elegant rosé-red hybrid — fresh, textured, and full of personality. The 2020 vintage showcases Dzelshavi’s charm, elevated by Ketevan Ninidze’s artisanal hand. 🍷
Did You Know?
Dzelshavi is one of Georgia’s oldest documented grapes, historically mentioned in the 5th century. Its revival by small winemakers highlights the country’s push to preserve indigenous varieties.
Hidden Gem 💎
A Dzelshavi rosé blend from a boutique female winemaker, this 2020 bottling is both rare and distinctive — a true collector’s discovery from Georgia’s natural wine movement.