Khikhvi
White wine grape variety
Also known as Khikvi
Khikhvi is a white wine grape with signature aromas of apricot, acacia blossom, quince. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chenin Blanc and Furmint.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for aromatic floral-apricot fruit with broader body than very lean Caucasus whites.
- Check acidity as moderate-plus and texture as fuller, especially in skin-contact expressions.
Confidence signals
- Apricot-acacia-quince aromatic signature
- Medium-plus body with moderate-plus acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Kakheti · Alazani Valley · Kvareli
- Classic styles: Aromatic Georgian white in dry and amber styles · Qvevri white with floral-fruit depth and moderate acidity
Common questions
Is Khikhvi a red or white grape variety?
Khikhvi is a white wine grape variety.
What does Khikhvi smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Khikhvi include apricot, acacia blossom and quince. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Khikhvi?
Documented tells for Khikhvi: Look for aromatic floral-apricot fruit with broader body than very lean Caucasus whites. and Check acidity as moderate-plus and texture as fuller, especially in skin-contact expressions..
What is Khikhvi most often confused with in blind tasting?
Khikhvi is most commonly confused with Chenin Blanc, Furmint and Rkatsiteli. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Khikhvi grown?
Classic regions for Khikhvi include Kakheti, Alazani Valley and Kvareli.