In May we launched an initial series of three Virtual Tastings on Georgian Wine, with Swirl in The Cloud. Hosted by Sarah Abbott MW, all three events were fully subscribed and were attended by wine trade professionals and journalists. Guests were sent sample wines in advance of the tasting, and came together online to watch…
Georgian Wine Essentials – a webinar On the 23rd April Georgian Wine Essentials was the topic of a webinar hosted by Master of Wine, Sarah Abbott. The webinar, which was attended by 100 wine professionals from the UK, USA and beyond, covered the fundamentals of Georgian wine regions, culture, history, grape varieties and wine styles.…
30th April 2020 Georgian Wine in the UK – April Update Exports of Georgian wine to the UK have increased greatly: the latest figures from the National Wine Agency of Georgia show a tenfold increase year on year for the first quarter. This is despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, as Sarah Abbott…
In this webinar, learn about the varieties, styles and regions of Georgia Find out how ancient wine informs the modern in Georgia. Explore why Georgian wine is expanding so quickly in the UK. Hear about the Georgian answer to popular styles such as Malbec and Pinot Grigio. Explore the history and contemporary relevance of unique…
“That which we give makes us richer, that which is hoarded is lost” Shota Rustaveli The National Wine Agency of Georgia has reaffirmed its support for the UK wine market despite the challenges of the Corona Virus pandemic, with an adapted promotional campaign. Webinars and Virtual Tastings A series of Webinars and Virtual Tastings…
(kiss-ee) This ancient white variety is resurgent in Georgia, and not just because it’s gloriously easy to say (yes, just like a kiss-ee and a cuddle-ee). Kisi is indigenous to Kakheti. It is a tricky vine, and requires sensitive handling in the vineyard, but it is responsible for some of Georgia’s finest white and amber…
As Georgian wines become more available and visible in the UK, the time is now for this series of short posts giving you the essentials on the grapes, growers and places behind this thrilling emerging wine producer. We’re starting off with Grape Varieties of Georgia. Don’t be afraid. These unfamiliar creatures are friendly and very…
February 2020: Georgian wine in the news The trade press are writing about Georgian Wine sales success in the UK, with articles in Drinks Business and Harpers detailing both sales figures and the ongoing promotional campaign in the UK: Drinks Business quotes Mathew Jones, Buyer for major importer Boutinot on their recent new listing…
New Wines of Georgia Campaign for 2020 The National Wine Agency of Georgia has launched a 2020 campaign to support the promotion of Georgian wines in the UK market. This is the third year of the UK Wines of Georgia campaign. Run by Master of Wine Sarah Abbott and her company Swirl Wine Group, the…
Important Note, as at 16th March 2020: Following the latest advice on public gatherings and the Corona Virus, this event is postponed until later in the year. We will confirm the new details and date as soon as we can. In the meantime, we will be hosting webinars and remote tastings featuring Georgian Wine. If…