Saperavi Atenis
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Atenis Saperavi
Saperavi Atenis is a red wine grape with signature aromas of black cherry, blackberry, spice note. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium(+) tannin, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Mavroudi and Saperavi.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on black-cherry and blackberry fruit with firm spice.
- Check frame as medium-plus tannin with moderate acidity.
Confidence signals
- Saperavi Atenis profile
- Medium-plus tannin with medium acidity
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Shida Kartli · Ateni Valley · Central Georgia
- Classic styles: Regional/selection surface on Saperavi (#10708) — prefer the Saperavi dossier · Atenis naming under Saperavi (#10708)
Common questions
Is Saperavi Atenis a red or white grape variety?
Saperavi Atenis is a red wine grape variety.
What does Saperavi Atenis smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Saperavi Atenis include black cherry, blackberry and spice note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium(+) tannin, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Saperavi Atenis?
Documented tells for Saperavi Atenis: Anchor on black-cherry and blackberry fruit with firm spice. and Check frame as medium-plus tannin with moderate acidity..
What is Saperavi Atenis most often confused with in blind tasting?
Saperavi Atenis is most commonly confused with Mavroudi, Saperavi and Ojaleshi. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Saperavi Atenis grown?
Classic regions for Saperavi Atenis include Shida Kartli, Ateni Valley and Central Georgia.