Underdog Grape · Georgia

Rkatsiteli

If you drink Pinot Grigio for the crisp, dry, food-friendly part, Rkatsiteli gives you that plus a spine of acid and a lineage older than written language.

Tasting profile
Green apple and quince with a chalky, citrus-pith bite; the amber versions add dried apricot, black tea, and a grip you can chew on.
Where it grows
Kakheti, Georgia
Where to buy
For specific bottles and where to buy them, read the deep dive.

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The region

Kakheti, Georgia

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