Archil Guniava Dondghlabi
A fascinating orange wine from vines that were planted around the turn of the century. The nose is full of apple, peach, and a touch of spice and herbs. The mouthful is juicy and vibrant, revealing even more tropical fruit like passionfruit, dried apricot, loads of citrus, as well as more herbs (think bay leaf) and a nutty quality. 2 months of skin contact in the traditional Georgian clay pots known as Qvevri, and 5 more months on the lees. It drinks beautifully now but also has great cellar potential.
Archil Guniava knows what he’s doing, and it shows. His roots go back generations of traditional Georgian winemakers. He farms his grapes organically on a small but fertile vineyard of only 1.5 ha that sits at 300 metres above sea level, practicing respect for his homeland above all else.
Like many of the grapes that Archil uses, Dondghlabi is a rare Imereti varietal that is scarcely known outside of Georgia. As well as being highly resistant to disease, Dondghlabi can be used to make some tremendous white and amber wines, beloved by locals and desired by those seeking new wine experiences.
Origin: Imereti, Georgia
Vintage: 2021
Grape varieties: Dondghlabi
Food pairings: Poultry, pesto pasta, cheese and eggs
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 11.5%
Delivery and returns
What are the delivery options?
- Local Delivery (E17, E10 postcodes): Free over £35
- Click & Collect: Free
- Standard Delivery: £8.95 (Free over £80)
Where can I get my order delivered?
- Local Delivery is available within London E17 and E10 postcodes.
- Click & Collect orders can be picked up at our shop located at 149 Forest Rd, E17 6HE.
When will my order arrive?
- Next day service is available for local and standard deliveries (subject to availability).
- All orders placed by midnight will be dispatched the next working day.
Why do I need to pay for returns?
- If returning your order by mail, the buyer is responsible for the return shipping cost.
- You may return your purchase within 30 days if you are unsatisfied for any reason.
How do I return my order?
- Free returns are available if you return your order to our store.
- If returning by mail, you may ship back the item using the carrier of your choice.
