When the Soviet Union forces you to rip up vines and replant for mass production, it can make finding old vines tough. Fortunately for us, Orgo winery has started Dila-O, a relatively new line of... Read More

When the Soviet Union forces you to rip up vines and replant for mass production, it can make finding old vines tough. Fortunately for us, Orgo winery has started Dila-O, a relatively new line of introductory Georgian wines that are sourced specifically from old vines, made in qvevri, and are quintessentially Georgian.

Making wines in qvevri (large, semi-porous clay vessels made for aging and fermenting) is among the oldest winemaking techniques (dating back to the 6th century B.C.!) and thus it comes as no surprise that the Georgians have absolutely perfected it. Being able to experience such a time capsule is what makes wine so exciting, and the fact that the Dila-O wines are so affordable and encapsulate what Georgian wine can bring to the table, doubles the fun. 

The wines are also quintessentially Georgian in another way: they are consummate food wines. Tannin, earth, savory umami qualities, and balanced fruit permeate the balanced structure and lend themselves perfectly to the delicacies of the country.