Georgian wine "Mukuzani": characteristics, properties, types and reviews

The inhabitants of Georgia define the red wine "Mukuzani" as a drink with a shrewd and complex taste. His tasting does not like rushing. Each regular sip gradually opens a bouquet of wine, in which saturated berry and oak colors predominate, as well as a dense aftertaste. The taste of properly seasoned "Mukuzani" has a traditional taste of dry wine. Here there are also velvet density, and a little bit of astringency, as well as viscosity, which for a long time envelops the taste buds with oak aroma, spices and fruit shade.

Mukuzani: general information about wine

"Mukuzani" - wine is dark red, it is made from a special variety Saperavi. The name of the area where this grapes grows, and formed the basis for the name of the drink. The color of the grape juice is dark-pomegranate, dense and saturated, practically does not pass sunlight. If you accidentally shed it on clothes, remove the stain will be extremely difficult, since it can not be washed. The juice that has got on the body will not be able to wash away for several days. It is these qualities that Mukuzani has. Red dry wine keeps a thick saturation, even if it is diluted with water. Correctly aged "Mukuzani" has a titratable acidity of 6.5-7.5 gr / liter, and also a strength of 10.4-12.6 percent.

Viniculture Area

Mukuzani is a place in Kakheti, where the traditions of winemaking arose hundreds of years ago and are preserved to this day. These mountain areas are famous for the best grape varieties and numerous plantations. In Kakheti, most of the vineyards of Georgia are located. Here, between the rivers Alazani and Iori, are the settlements of Teliani and Mukuzani, which are the birthplace of the unsurpassed grape variety of Saperavi. The region has become famous not only for its unique grapes, but also for the number of long-livers that live here. In the general ratio, this figure exceeds all other regions of this country. The locals themselves say that it is the unique qualities of Saperavi and the drinks made from this grapes that are the cause of longevity and good health.

In this area, the wine "Mukuzani" is exclusively a drink of men, due to the heavy and thick texture. However, in the old days it was given to children for therapeutic purposes, as the main means against anemia. Even now, many doctors say that dark wine is the best remedy against the "pale disease" that is so common in adolescents. Also advise this drink in small quantities to people who have had pneumonia, flu, have avitaminosis, a debilitating cough.

Produces the wine "Mukuzani" Georgia. This country has long been famous for its winemaking and its hospitality.

Manufacturing technology

Grapes for this liquor are collected by hands in the beginning of autumn. This time is considered the best (taking into account the sugar content and the maturity of berries). Grapes are cleaned of leaves and whole bunches spread in a special vat. Extruded is subjected to fully laid raw materials - and twigs, which form a vine, bones, and rind berries.

The liquid mixture that appears is then poured into Kvevri, a national pitcher made of clay of impressive size, which is buried in the ground. Immediately fermentation lasts about 5 months. Young wine - majari - is expressed in barrels made from oak and allowed to brew for at least 3 years.

Such a long exposure is made for the wine "Mukuzani". This grape variety is dark pomegranate color, it has an exquisite blend of the smell of oak and berries.

The technique of making wine products has imposed a certain trace on the smell of this drink. The wine "Mukuzani" has a full flavor, which combines the whole bunch of used raw materials: muscatel and delicate scent of grape skin, ripe sweetness of berries, spicy smell of vine branches, tart taste of bones. The drink gives off in a faintly barely audible vanilla, ripe cherry, black chocolate.

Main advantages

"Mukuzani" is a wine that has been considered for more than a century the standard of spirits made from Saperavi grapes. The brand became the winner of 15 international exhibitions, among them 10 awards of the highest standard. In 2011, the name of this brand was supplemented by a list of appellations - areas in which the production of wines is controlled by geographical location, otherwise speaking, is considered an author's drink.

Popular wine producers

At the moment the most popular manufacturers of Mukuzani are:

• Besini, which has been operating since 2005. This company owns 130 vineyards in the Kakheti region, which makes it possible to process at least 2,000 tons of raw materials every year. Sandro Hatiashvili is the owner of the company and at the same time the main expert of the Russian school sommelier, his wines were recognized as the best in the elite class.
• Badagoni is an enterprise for the production of Georgian wines, which has been operating since 2005. The production of beverages is controlled by the winemakers of Italy and Georgia, which makes it possible to implement the best technologies of the newest product in the product, as well as to implement Kakhetian recipes.

• The company for the manufacture of Dugladze has approximately 300 hectares of vineyards in the Kakheti region, produces 1600 bottles of Mukuzani wine for 60 minutes, delivers products to the countries of the former Union, the Baltic, Asia and Europe.
• The company "Marniskari" has been producing alcoholic beverages since 1874. The founder of the family wine business Zakhar Dzhordzhadze invented his methods, which later became the main ones for modern production and are used by this enterprise. The main merit of the company is not only the constant fulfillment of old recipes and the observance of ancient traditions, which are a national pride, but also in the revival of lost with time varieties of grapes.
• "Askaneli" is a family enterprise for the production of wine, which dates back to 1881. The company fully respects the ancient technologies, reveres the ancient traditions, this makes the drinks of this company popular in England, France, Germany and other countries.

How to drink wine?

Red wines from Georgia are recommended to be opened just before serving. The temperature of the drink should be 19-21 degrees Celsius. The wine "Mukuzani" and in this case "shows character", preferring to serve a lower temperature. The best temperature for drinking this alcohol is 11-15 degrees. Therefore, if you have purchased "Mukuzani" for a holiday, you should certainly get it out of the cellar or refrigerator at least one hour before serving.

With what to submit "Mukuzani"?

A thick texture of a liquor needs a corresponding gastronomic supply of dishes. It can be:

• Classic recipes of Georgian cuisine:
• Ordinary meat cooked on fire or barbecue;
• ham;
• ham;
• Cold boiled pork;
• Various snacks;
• Basturma.

You can also vary food with home-made cheese, fresh vegetables and herbs. Pita bread and Georgian sauce "Tkemali" are very good for meat.

Customer Reviews

Dry wine "Mukuzani" is considered the pride of hospitable Georgia. If you are a great connoisseur of vintage wines, and have never tried this drink, then you need to fix it urgently! Especially since this wine is considered the ancestor of many others, which began to be made at the beginning of the last century. The price of Mukuzani wine is fully justified. It is about 450-1400 rubles, depending on the brand and the aging period.

Consumers leave many reviews about the quality of products. Most of them are satisfied with the taste. Most of all, this wine is preferred by a strong half of humanity.