Lagvinari is a small organic winery founded in 2011 by Dr Irakli Glonti, a former physician and geologist who works closely with local winegrowers. Glonti's wines are produced using local autochthonous grape varieties and ancient winemaking techniques, with the aim of promoting Georgian agriculture and preserving its rich winemaking heritage.
Lagvinari, Tsitska Tsolikouri is a white dry wine made from autochthonous Tsitska and Tsolikouri grapes grown in Western Georgia. The production is based on traditional Imerta winemaking technology, according to which the grapes are separated from the crests and maceration is carried out on the mezze. Fermentation lasts 1.5-2 months. The result is a wine with more acidity than Kakheti wine, less tart and with a more even flavour. The wine is fermented and aged in egg-shaped Kvevri clay jugs. The wine is not filtered or clarified before bottling, the sulphite content is low.
The wine is an attractive golden colour with amber highlights.
The wine has fresh, lively, invigorating, fruity flavours. Abundant citrus tones gradually slope to tight honey notes. The aftertaste is long with a pleasant herbaceous acidity.
The refreshing aroma of the wine is filled with shades of citrus and green fruits. Spicy and vegetal nuances add special piquancy to the bouquet.
We suggest opening the wine 1 hour before drinking and using an aerator.