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THE CELLAR

The Premier Marani in Ikalto: Where Tradition Meets Precision

Our Crafting Grounds

The Heritage of our Marani in Ikalto

Choosing to build our Marani in Ikalto was a decision rooted in history. Ikalto has been a center of Georgian viticulture for centuries, home to one of the oldest academies where winemaking was taught as a divine art. By establishing our cellar here, we connect our modern precision with the ancient echoes of the Kakhetian wine region.

This Marani in Ikalto isn't just a storage facility; it is a living ecosystem. The earth surrounding our eight Qvevris acts as a natural insulator, allowing the wine to breathe and evolve in a way that stainless steel simply cannot replicate. Whether you are tasting our Rkatsiteli or Saperavi, you are tasting the unique terroir of the Alazani Valley.

With a total production capacity of 10.5 tons, our cellar is a harmonious blend of ancient Georgian earthware and modern technology. Our winemaking follows the : UNESCO-recognized Qvevri method.

Qvevri Heritage

5 Tons

Total capacity across 8 authentic clay vessels.

  • Largest: 1,500 Liters
  • Smallest: 150 Liters

Modern Precision

5.5 Tons

Controlled environment for perfect aging.

  • 4 x 1-Ton Tanks
  • 1 x 1.5-Ton Tank

The Purity Pledge

"We test the purity of our Qvevri until the last wash is as clear as nature intended. If a white cloth pressed against the clay wall stays perfectly white, only then is it worthy of our harvest."

Utilizing advanced Ozone disinfection, we ensure a chemical-free, clinical level of hygiene that disappears without a trace.

Preparation for Harvest

Before the first grape is picked, our winery undergoes a deep disinfection cycle. Every tool and vessel is treated weekly through the season to maintain the fruit's natural expression.

Preparation

The Alazani Terroir

Our cellar's location in Ikalto provides a natural, stable temperature of 11-13°C. The flow of air masses from the southeast creates the perfect environment for slow, graceful fermentation.

Ikalto Terroir