How wine is made in qvevri
The method of making wine in a qvevri is deceptively simple. The ancient method, which has been used throughout Georgia’s 800-year winemaking history, relies on the perfect symbiosis of ripe…
Crisp, fresh whites: if you like this try…
Like crisp, really dry, fresh white wines? There’s no need to be daunted by the complexities of Georgia’s varieties. We know it can seem a little daunting because the names and…
The role of the Tamada
We’ve explored how the supra is an essential part of Georgian culture. So essential, in fact, that it’s been added to UNESCO’s list of international cultural heritage. But we have…
Qvevri: how they’re made
Qvevri is the name given to the distinctive, lemon-shaped clay vessels used in Georgia to make wine. These huge clay vessels are handmade, a skill surviving in only a handful…
Understanding the supra
Georgian hospitality is the stuff of legend. And the supra really is a feast of legendary proportions – to the British, the sort of special occasion meal we’d partake in…
Georgian Wines win international recognition
Over 80 medals are awarded to Georgian wines at the International Wine Challenge 2021 The wide diversity and high quality of Georgian wine in key export markets is reflected in…
UK Indies get creative in their promotion of Georgian Wine
WINES OF GEORGIA INDIE ALLIANCE FUND WINNERS ANNOUNCED The Indie Alliance Fund offers small and medium-sized retailers the opportunity to apply for grants to increase promotion of their Georgian wine…
Georgian wine – the promotional campaign for the UK
Webinar to view on demand. This presentation was recorded during a webinar for Georgian Wine producers on the UK promotional campaign for the UK. Sarah Abbott MW and team present…
National Wine Agency of Georgia announces expanded 2021 campaign for the UK
Follows record exports to UK in 2020* New initiatives include Indie Trade Alliance Fund and Georgian Wine Connect Virtual and in-person tastings will show diversity of Georgian wine Campaign…
PDO 101: Khvanchkara
Khvanchkara PDO is located in Racha’s Ambrolauri municipality in Western Georgia. The vineyards occupy the southern slopes of the Lechkhumi mountain range, stretching along mainly the right bank of the Rioni…