Old Kakheti cognac: features, types, how to distinguish a fake, how and what to drink

The Kakheti Traditional Winemaking Company is associated with the famous winemaker Antimoz Chkhaidze. In the distant 80s, the winemaker created a wine cellar that was unrivaled in those days.

Antimoz devoted most of his life to the study of different grape varieties. For many years he developed the technology for wine production. In the ancient Gurian village of Askana, Antimoz created an unsurpassed wine variety - "Chhaveri".

Thanks to this drink, he became known in all European countries. Using the old family customs, Chkhaidze's great-grandchildren created the Kakheti Traditional Winemaking Company.

Features of cognac production

The Kakheti method is based on preserving wine and machara (young wine in which the fermentation process has barely completed). Only special earthenware called kevri is used for this purpose. It is made only from fired clay using a special technology.

The finished wine is poured directly into the pre-treated kevri, after which it is buried in the ground. Thanks to this, the vessel maintains the optimal temperature of the finished drink. The main component of winemaking in Georgia is kvevri. Dishes that give the wine a special flavor, saturate it with useful properties.

Old Kakheti is a rather strong drink with respected customs and traditions of Kakhetians, which has passed strict quality control. This product is made from Rkatsiteli grapes.

As it ages, the product is saturated with a tart flavor and acquires a long aftertaste. The strong drink acquires an amber color and vanilla and nutty notes that will not leave indifferent a true connoisseur.

After receiving high-quality cognac alcohol, it is bottled and left to age in special oak barrels - barriques.

The amber drink is perfect for a festive table at corporate parties, as well as for a heart-to-heart conversation with friends.

Types of Old Kakheti cognac

Old Kakheti cognac is produced in the volume of 0.5 liters and has a strength of 40% in several variants depending on the aging:

1. 4 years old

   Like most types of cognac, it is made from high-quality wine materials.

   The finished cognac is stored in oak barrels. Cognac alcohol is produced from the Rkatsiteli grape variety and aged for at least 4 years.

   The drink has a rich, harmonious, pronounced, deep aroma of fruit notes. The drink has a bright wheat color.

   

2. 5 years

   Produced from a blend of cognac alcohol, which is aged for more than 5 years in oak barrels.

   The Rkatsiteli grape variety is used as the main raw material for the production of this wonderful nectar.

   Possesses a pleasant aroma with fruity notes and rich flavor. It has a straw color.

   

3. 7 years

   Cognac, consisting of cognac spirits based on Rkatsiteli grapes.

   It is aged in oak barrels for over 7 years. The drink has a wheat hue.

   It is characterized by a bright taste with a light aroma of grape fruits.

   

4. 10 years old

   This cognac contains alcohols that are more than 10 years old. It is stored in oak barrels.

   Raw materials are obtained from the Rkatsiteli grape variety. The drink has a pleasant aroma with a fruit bouquet.

   Has a wheat color and a mild intense flavor.

   

5. 17 years old

   Cognac produced from Rkatsiteli grape variety and cognac spirits aged for more than 17 years.

   The cognac has an amber color with a touch of gold.

   The taste is characterized by notes of oak and aromatic grapes, with a chocolate aftertaste.

   

How to distinguish Old Kakheti cognac from a fake

1. The Old Kakheti cognac is bottled exclusively in narrow and elongated bottles with a concave bottom.

2. The bottle has an embossing in Georgian above the label, and below the inscription there is a similar embossing in Russian only.

3. The container is sealed only with an oak cork framed in plastic. No traces of glue are allowed on the bottle, while the cork should be free of deformation.

4. Alcohol has a light, thick consistency, which can be checked by shaking the bottle, a few drops will drain longer. This is due to the fact that cognac is made from high-quality spirits infused in oak barrels. No sediment should be present at the bottom of the tank.

What to drink with Old Kakheti cognac

Strong alcohol goes well with cheese, caviar and a good cigar. However, heavy snacks will not allow you to fully enjoy this drink.

To feel the exquisite bouquet of this cognac, it is recommended to drink it at a temperature of 20 degrees Celsius. This drink goes perfectly with baked meat, fruit, seafood and hard cheese.

Interesting facts

1. In 2001, the company was established Kakhetian traditional. The concern has 4 high-tech modern factories in Georgia producing brandy and wine.

2. In 2003, the company organized the Council of Elders for professors and figures in various fields of science. Collective activists, in turn, help the company with sound advice in various areas of work.

3. There are interesting excursions to the wine cellar called "Veranda Velistikhe". The tour program includes familiarization of visitors with interesting facts of Georgian culture and tasting of wines and cognacs.

Update: 20.12.2019

Category: Brandy and Cognac