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A Legacy Hidden in the Hills of Kakheti, Georgia

Rare Georgian Fortified Wines, Now Seeking Importers and Distributors in the UK & Europe

From a Hidden Cellar in Georgia to Global Acclaim
Discover Collectible Fortified Wines Aged Over 30 Years

About the Brand

LTD Kardenakhi 7 is not just a winery. It’s a personal vault of Georgia’s viticultural heritage. Nestled in the historic village of Kardenakhi, the estate has quietly nurtured exceptional wines for over three decades. At the heart of this story is Malkhaz Gvelukashvili, a native Georgian winemaker with a BSc and Master's in Oenology and Fortified Wines. He has represented "Sartorius" in Caucasus region for more than 20 years, and boasts a lifelong dedication to the traditional Kvevri wine-making method—recognized by UNESCO as part of the world's Intangible Cultural Heritage.

What sets LTD Kardenakhi 7 apart is its scientific precision and deep respect for tradition. From a vineyard of 40,000 sq/m of Rkatsiteli grapes, to fermentation in a 140-year-old, 3550L Kvevri, the process honors the old world while embracing innovation. Each wine, particularly Saamo 1987 and Khikhvi 1985, is a masterpiece aged in silence, untouched by commercial forces—until now.

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Our Products

Rare, Award-Winning Wines from a Private Georgian Cellar

Saamo 1987

Saamo 1987

This 1987 vintage fortified wine from Rkatsiteli grapes won gold with 98 points along with a perfect 100 for quality at LWC and IWSC 2025, earning top honors as LWC’s Best Wine and Best Indigenous Grape Wine.
London Wine Competition Gold Medal 2025 (98 Points); Best Wine of the Year by Quality; Best Indigenous Grape Wine of the Year.

Rkatsiteli Qvevri 2019

Rkatsiteli Qvevri 2019

This 2019 dry Rkatsiteli was crafted in qvevri with full fermentation on chacha (grape pulp) and aged six months in oak, resulting in a bold, traditional, and richly layered expression.

Khikhvi

Khikhvi 1985

This 1985 vintage fortified wine from Khikhvi grapes won gold at LWC and IWSC 2025 with 96 and 95 points, praised for its elegance, complexity, and global rarity.
London Wine Competition Gold Medal 2025 (96 Points).

Neither wine is commercially available—yet. These collectibles are rare, aged expressions never intended for release, now ready to enter the market for the first time.

Why Partner with Us?

If you're looking to offer something truly unmatched in your portfolio, LTD Kardenakhi 7 brings you collectible wines that no one else has. With proven accolades from the world’s top competitions and a story that speaks to both heritage and rarity, these are not just bottles—they’re statements.

Whether you're a distributor focused on fine wine, boutique allocations, or premium imports, LTD Kardenakhi 7 is your opportunity. Our goal is to establish thoughtful, long-term relationships with partners who value authenticity, craftsmanship and market distinction.

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