Georgia On My Mind –but not that one down south. These two whites are from the country of Georgia where they have been making wine since 7,000 BC. Come see history in action.
Marani Mtsvane ($10)
From Kakheti in Georgia, this dry white is made from Mtsvane, a grape that has very floral notes and flavors of tropical fruits, green apple, lingering to the crisp and zesty finish.
12.5% alcohol by volume
Marani Rkatsiteli ($10)
From Georgia, this old grape dates back to at least 3000 BC. The wine is dry with light floral notes and flavors of white peach, honeysuckle.
12% alcohol by volume
Madrona Wine Merchants offers free wine tastings featuring 4-5 selections on a theme every Saturday from 2 until the bottles run out and on Sunday we offer a mini-tasting of two wines all day from 11-5.