On the scale of obscure indigenous Georgian grape varieties, Shavkapito takes the biscuit. Though once the favoured grape of kings, Shavkapito was only recently rediscovered. Indeed, it’s so rare that…
What do sharks and wine have in common? Not much! Though this grape is nicknamed after one the ocean’s most elusive predators: Hammerheads. These red grapes are evocatively nicknamed for…
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…
If you’re at all interested in Georgian wine, then you’ll almost certainly have heard of Rkatsiteli. A white grape used to produce both traditional Georgian-style and European-style wines, it is…
“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…
Goruli Mtsvane (pronounced Go-roo-lee Mah-ts-vah-nay) may not be as well known as its white counterparts Rkatsiteli or Kisi, but its well worth seeking out. Goruli Mtsvane originates from Kartli, one…
(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…
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…
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…
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…