Pheasant's Tears Hikhvi 2024 (Georgia / Amber Wine / Traditional Qvevri, Rich Fruit Flavor)

■ Appearance: A deep, brilliant golden amber with shimmering copper reflections.

■ Aroma: A complex bouquet of dried apricot, honeyed chamomile, and toasted walnuts, with subtle hints of mountain herbs and orange peel.

■ Palate: Powerful yet refined. Rich texture with velvety tannins, balanced by a vibrant acidity that carries notes of candied citrus, leading to a long, flavorful, and mineral-driven finish.

The Story of Pheasant's Tears and Khikhvi
Pheasant's Tears is a pioneer in Georgia's natural wine movement, dedicated to reviving an 8,000-year-old winemaking tradition. Located in the heart of Kakheti, they ferment indigenous grape varieties in traditional subterranean clay vessels called "qvevri," producing wines with unparalleled raw character and soul.

Khikhvi is a rare, ancient indigenous grape variety from Georgia. It is known for its remarkable ability to develop complex aromas and high sugar content while maintaining a distinctively elegant acidity. Hand-harvested and fermented in traditional qvevri, without any additives or temperature control, it undergoes a prolonged natural skin maceration, followed by aging on its lees, which gives it its characteristic amber color and structured palate.

This wine's powerful and flavorful personality calls for dishes of equal character:

• ■ Khachapuri (Georgian Cheese Bread) – The rich, melted cheese beautifully neutralizes the wine's tannins and enhances its honeyed notes.
• ■ Spiced Roast Duck – The apricot and walnut notes in the wine make it a natural companion to savory roasted chicken or duck with a fruit glaze.
• ■ Aged Hard Cheeses – The robust structure of this wine beautifully harmonizes with sharp, aged cheeses such as Pecorino or Comté.

Serving Temperature: 14℃〜16℃ (Enjoy its true richness within this temperature range)

Sighnaghi, Kakheti Region, Georgia
Nestled at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains, the Kakheti region is characterized by unique alluvial soils and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts. This environment provides ideal conditions for Khikhvi to ripen slowly, building deep, concentrated aromas and a strong structure in the wine.