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…
Fruity, aromatic whites: if you like this try…
We know that for many drinkers, Georgian varieties can seem a little daunting because the names and pronunciations are so different than familiar European varieties. So, we want to make…
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…
We’re back! Wines of Georgia – UK Trade Tasting on 22nd June
Wines of Georgia Trade Tasting returns to the UK, on 22nd June 2021. We are delighted to be hosting a walk-around trade tasting at Trivet, London. The 2021 Georgian Wine…
Georgian Wine for the UK market – 21st April 2021
This week we held a virtual presentation on the UK market for Georgian Wine for retailers, importers and writers. Sarah Abbott MW explained the background of Georgian wine terroir, culture,…