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Geri metai No. 94 Rowan Wine SORBELLE 2024 is one of the most expressive wines of the "Good Years" rowan collection, born from rowan berries grown on a family farm in the Vilnius district.
The aroma reveals nuances of ripe rowan berries, dried fruits, apple peels, delicate spices and light herbs. Rowan berries are characterized by a natural aromatic complexity that often surprises even experienced tasters.
The wine is distinguished by lively acidity, firm structure and tannicity characteristic of rowan berries. As in good grape wines, not only fruitiness plays an important role here, but also texture and length of the aftertaste. A subtle accent of bitterness gives character and gastronomic versatility.
Rowan berries are often called a Nordic alternative to grapes. They belong to the same plant family as the apple tree, but are characterized by an exceptional concentration of tannins, which allows for the creation of structured and mature drinks. The philosophy of "Good Years" is based on working with fruit grown on our own farm and the aim of revealing the potential of Lithuanian origin.
The fruit is grown on a family farm and picked by hand.
It is recommended to serve at a temperature of 12-14 °C. Goes well with aged cheeses, duck, game, mushroom dishes, smoked meats and Lithuanian dishes that need a stronger acid and structure.
“Geri metai” – unveiling the hidden potential of rowan berries
“Geri metai” is a family-owned estate that has been cultivating rowan orchards for more than five years and, in 2022, introduced its first rowan berry wines to the market.
“Our goal is to reveal the potential of the rowan berry while preserving its natural character and expression of terroir,” says Giedrius Kaukas, the owner of the estate.
The wines are never heated, filtered, or artificially clarified. Every stage – from harvest to aging – is carried out by hand, ensuring that only the purest and most authentic expression of the fruit reaches the bottle.
The estate is home to 14 different rowan berry varieties, whose fruits vary in color (from bright orange to almost black), taste, and aroma. As a result, the “Geri metai” portfolio includes white, rosé, orange, amber, red, and purple rowan wines – each with a distinctive character.
Rowan wines are true, wine-like expressions: alongside the unique character of rowan berries, one can also detect notes of citrus, dried fruit, wild berries, and gentle spice. On the palate, the wines range from refreshing acidity and a light body to richer, more expressive tones, depending on the style.
The wines are made exclusively from rowan berries – without the addition of any other fruits or berries. They may contain only naturally occurring sulfites.
