Terroir
Mountains and river,
empires and elements
Genesis
of place
Ascent
Introduce the dramatic setting of Kakheti, in the foothills of the Caucasus and the floodplain of the Alazani River, with sediment terraces and high slopes. Mention the elevations of up to 2,400 feet, and describe how the intersection of altitude, sunlight, and cool nights creates ideal conditions for slow, even ripening, making for wines of freshness, structure, and complexity. Perhaps discuss farming methods, if organic/sustainable.