Mtsvivani Rachuli

White grape of Racha

Mtsvivani Rachuli (also called Mtsvane Rachuli) is a white wine grape from Racha, of the Black Sea basin group. It is little-planted and has a functionally female flower. The berries are greenish-yellow and oval, with a thin waxy bloom and delicate skin; the flesh is very juicy and the taste simple. It ripens in late September.

The vine is of medium vigour with high yields but low resistance to fungal disease. Sugar runs 16–21% and acidity 6–10 g/L; Mtsvivani Rachuli is used for ordinary table wines in blends and as a base for sparkling wine.