Taste the heritage of Georgia at Café Sashka
Step into Café Sashka in Brentford and embark on a journey through Georgia's ancient wine-making traditions. With a history spanning over 8,000 years, Georgia is renowned as the 'cradle of wine'. Discover why these exceptional wines offer a unique experience, unlike any other.
Why Georgian wines are worth your attention
If you’re anything like me, you love discovering new and unique wines. Georgian wines have truly captured our hearts here at Café Sashka, and we’re excited to share why. With a history that stretches back over 8,000 years, Georgia is often referred to as the “cradle of wine”.
Discovering Georgia's winemaking heritage
Georgia offers a diverse range of wines, including vibrant reds, crisp whites, and delicate rosés. You can try our iconic semi-sweet Khvanchkara red wine, a true Georgian gem. Among other popular grape varieties you'll find at Café Sashka are Saperavi, a bold and rich red, and ChaCha, a refreshing Georgian spirit often likened to grappa. What truly sets Georgian wines apart is their adherence to traditional methods, often involving fermentation in qvevris – large clay vessels buried underground. This ancient technique imparts unique flavours and textures, creating a truly authentic taste experience.
The Café Sashka Georgian wine experience
When you try a Georgian wine at Café Sashka, we want you to feel a profound sense of warmth and grounded comfort. There's a natural, earthy depth, especially in our qvevri wines, that evokes a feeling of having tasted something honest and ancient. It's an experience of discovery, uncovering a new world of amber tones, wild aromas, and unique tannins. Georgian wine is inherently communal – it's about connection, tradition, and hospitality. You’ll leave feeling more open, more connected, and perhaps, pleasantly surprised by the unexpected complexity and softness. Most of all, we hope it leaves you with a desire for more – more experience, more stories, more sips, and a deeper exploration of the culture behind it.
Experience Georgian wines & spirits at Café Sashka
Ready to explore the unique world of Georgian wines for yourself? Join us at Café Sashka in Brentford and let our team guide you through an unforgettable tasting experience.
| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Saperavi, dry red (bold, dark fruit, warming tannins) | £34 (£8 pg) |
| Mukuzani, dry red (full-bodied and structured) | £31 (£8 pg) |
| Khvanchkara, semi-sweet red (lightly sweet and aromatic) | £37 (£9 pg) |
| Kindzmarauli, semi-sweet red (rich and juicy) | £36 (£9 pg) |
| Alazani Valley, semi-sweet red (smooth, ripe berries, gentle sweetness) | £34 (£8 pg) |
| Rkatsiteli, dry white (crisp, citrusy, refreshing) | £34 (£9 pg) |
| Alazani Valley, dry white (crisp and light) | £30 (£8) |
| Saperavi Rose, dry rose (bright berries, soft acidity) | £33 (£8 pg) |
| Chacha Classic / Honey | £55 (£6 per 25ml) |
| Peroni (330 ml) | £3.8 |
| Zedaseni, Georgian beer | £5.50 |