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Rkatsiteli
Rkatsiteli is a white wine grape variety that is native to the country of Georgia and is also grown in several other wine regions around the world. It is known for producing crisp, refreshing wines with bright acidity and a range of fruit flavours, and is considered one of the signature grape varieties of Georgian wine production.
Notable regions
Some of the most notable wine regions for Rkatsiteli production include Georgia, the Republic of Moldova, and the country of Ukraine. In these regions, Rkatsiteli is often used as a single varietal or blended with other white wine grapes to produce a range of wine styles. Rkatsiteli is well suited to growing in cooler climates and can produce high yields in the right conditions.
Despite its popularity in its native regions, Rkatsiteli remains relatively unknown outside of Eastern Europe and the Caucasus, although there are plantings of the grape in China and the north-eastern United States, including Orange County, Virginia and around New York's Finger Lakes.
Characteristics
Rkatsiteli is prized for producing wines with bright acidity, moderate alcohol content and a range of flavour and aroma profiles. The wines produced from Rkatsiteli are often crisp and light-bodied with notes of citrus, green apple, and a hint of honey.
The aroma profile of Rkatsiteli wines can include notes of citrus, white florals, and green fruit, along with subtle hints of spice and minerality. The exact flavour and aroma profile of Rkatsiteli wines can vary depending on factors such as growing conditions, winemaking techniques, and the specific region in which the grapes are grown.