Chekoloshi
White wine grape variety
Also known as VIVC 2518, Georgian Chekoloshi accession, Caucasus Chekoloshi white line
Chekoloshi is a white wine grape with signature aromas of orchard fruit, citrus, white flower. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Rkatsiteli and Mtsvane.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for restrained orchard profile and low aromatic intensity.
- Open with body+acid frame: Chekoloshi runs medium body and medium acid.
Confidence signals
- Chekoloshi profile
- Georgian white-accession marker
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Georgian collections · Caucasus references · regional holdings
- Classic styles: VIVC-listed Georgian white accession with conserved passport data and sparse vineyard presence · Chekoloshi: medium body, medium acid white expression
Common questions
Is Chekoloshi a red or white grape variety?
Chekoloshi is a white wine grape variety.
What does Chekoloshi smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Chekoloshi include orchard fruit, citrus and white flower. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Chekoloshi?
Documented tells for Chekoloshi: Look for restrained orchard profile and low aromatic intensity. and Open with body+acid frame: Chekoloshi runs medium body and medium acid..
What is Chekoloshi most often confused with in blind tasting?
Chekoloshi is most commonly confused with Rkatsiteli, Mtsvane and Kisi. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Chekoloshi grown?
Classic regions for Chekoloshi include Georgian collections, Caucasus references and regional holdings.