Sarajishvili V.S.O.P. Brandy, Georgian Republic

Velvety dried fruit richness, warm baking spice, and polished oak define Sarajishvili V.S.O.P. Brandy, a Georgian expression that reflects more than a century of distilling tradition. Carefully blended from selected grape distillates, with components aged up to 12 years in oak barrels, the brandy combines depth and elegance with remarkable balance. Founded in 1884 by pioneering scientist and philanthropist David Sarajishvili, the house became the first producer in the region to apply classic French brandy-making methods, establishing a legacy that continues to shape Georgian brandy today.

Product Details:

• Founder: David Sarajishvili
• Alcohol: 40% ABV
  
• Oldest Blend Component: 12 Years Old
  
• Aging: Matured in small oak barrels
  
• Production Method: Traditional French-style grape brandy distillation

Sensory Description:

The nose opens with layered aromas of plum, dried fig, vanilla, cinnamon, and sweet baking spice woven through polished oak. On the palate, the texture is smooth and velvety, revealing bittersweet notes of pastry, ripe dried fruit, warm spice, and subtle caramelized oak tones. Nuances of fig, baked pastry, and soft vanilla linger into a medium-length finish accented by gentle oak structure and refined sweetness.

Awards & Accolades:

• Silver (Best In Class): 2009 International Wine & Spirit Competition
  
• Commended: 2009 International Spirits Challenge

Distiller’s Background:

Sarajishvili was founded in 1884 by David Sarajishvili, the visionary Georgian scientist and entrepreneur who introduced classic French cognac production techniques to Georgia and the wider Russian Empire. By 1887, the distillery had released its first commercial brandy, quickly gaining international recognition for quality and craftsmanship. Drawing upon Georgia’s ancient viticultural heritage and indigenous grape varieties, Sarajishvili continues to produce brandies that combine traditional methods, oak maturation, and regional identity with a refined, modern approach.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve neat at cellar temperature in a tulip-shaped brandy glass to emphasize its layered aromatics and velvety texture. Excellent after dinner alongside dark chocolate, walnut pastries, dried figs, roasted nuts, or aged cheeses. It also pairs beautifully with cigars, espresso, or contemplative sipping occasions.