Akhasheni

Akhasheni (Georgian: ახაშენი) is an appellation for wines produced around Akhasheni village, Gurjaani district, Kakheti region in eastern Georgia.

Bottle of Akhasheni wine made by Badagoni

Chateau Zegaani vineyard, Akhasheni

Akhasheni is a naturally semi-sweet red wine made from the Saperavi grape variety. It is of dark-pomegranate color and has a harmonious velvety taste with a chocolate flavor. It contains 10.5–12% alcohol, 3–5% sugar and has 5–7% titrated acidity. The wine has been manufactured since 1958.

See also

• Georgian wine
• Sweetness of wine
• List of Georgian wine appellations