GRAPE VARIETIES 500-PLUS INDIGENOUS GRAPES As the birthplace of winemaking, the country of Georgia is home to more than 500 varieties of indigenous grapes—roughly one-sixth of the world’s total grape varieties. Georgia’s vineyards include endangered vines found nowhere else on earth. Today, some vineyards feature living vine libraries, where visitors can sample rare grapes. The
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Wine in Georgia Georgia is a land where wine has been made for at least 8,000 years. In fact, no where in the world has evidence of wine making been found dating back as far as in Georgia. Also fascinating is the fact that the type of large jars known as kvevri which are still used to
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Understanding the Georgian Wine Boom The country’s indigenous grape varieties, incredible bargains, and off-the-beaten-path wine styles have sparked international interest Marco Polo, Alexander Dumas, Anton Chekhov, and John Steinbeck are just a few travelers to Georgia who returned home to write of the country’s stunning beauty, remarkable people, delicious food, and distinctive
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GEORGIA, THE CRADLE OF VITICULTURE For generations, Georgia has proudly claimed the title of the birthplace of wine. The beloved Mother Georgia statue overlooking the capital city of Tbilisi holds a sword in one hand and a wine cup in the other—symbols of the Georgian people’s passionate defense of their freedom, alongside their warm hospitality.
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Introduction Georgia is situated at the strategically important crossroads where Europe meets Asia. The country has a unique and ancient cultural heritage, and is famed for its traditions of hospitality and cuisine. History The recorded history of Georgia dates back more than 4,000 years. The country is proud of the unique Georgian alphabet introduced
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