Georgia: The Cradle of Wine
The Qvevri Winemaking Process
For thousands of years, Georgian winemaking has relied on the Qvevri, large clay pots buried in the ground—a process recognized by UNESCO in 2013.
Hand-Picked Grapes
Families fill their personal Qvevri with hand-picked indigenous grapes, ensuring purity and traditional quality.
Amphora Fermentation
The wild grape juice is buried underground in massive clay pots (Qvevri) over winter, initiating the unique fermentation process.
Aged to Perfection
This 8,000-year-old method creates unique flavors, resulting in Georgian-style amber wines and intensely flavored reds.
Rtvelisi Winery: Quality and Variety
Rtvelisi is dedicated to creating high-quality alcoholic beverages of grape origin, including traditional wine, Qvevri wine, sparkling wine, chacha, and brandy.
Traditional Focus
Dedicated production of traditional Georgian wines, including those made using the Qvevri method.
Appellation Control
Produces high-quality table wines, regional wines, and appellation-controlled wines.
Diverse Portfolio
Production includes wine, Qvevri wine, sparkling wine, chacha, and brandy.
Georgia's Wine Heritage in Numbers
Understanding the scale of the 'Cradle of Wine'
George Grey Winery: Historic Traditions
The George Grey winemaking history began decades ago in the historic village of Tsilkani, where wine production started approximately 1400 years ago.
Ancient Compliance
Upholding the UNESCO-recognized 8,000-year Qvevri winemaking process
Indigenous Grapes
Utilizing native Georgian varieties like Saperavi and Rkatsiteli
Regional Expertise
Sourced from the Kakheti region, the country's primary winemaking area
The Unique Georgian Grape Varieties
Our wines showcase native Georgian grapes like Saperavi (red) and Rkatsiteli (white), which account for the largest portion of the nation’s vineyards.
Saperavi
Indigenous Red Teinturier Grape
The leading red variety, meaning 'the place of color,' with red flesh and skin. Used in Gallant, George, and Vesta wines.
Rkatsiteli
Ancient White Grape Variety
Believed to have emerged in the first century, creating acidic yet balanced white wines. Used in Georgia and Venus wines.
Kisi
Unique White Grape
Produces unforgettable aromas and flavors, with qvevri-made wines characterized by ripe pear and walnut. Used in Verde and Gloria wines.