Kakheti is a wine region located in eastern Georgia, known for its ancient winemaking traditions and unique grape varieties. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back over 8,000 years. Kakheti is home to over 70% of Georgia's vineyards and produces a wide range of wine styles, from dry whites to full-bodied reds.
The main grape varieties grown in Kakheti are Rkatsiteli, Saperavi, and Mtsvane. Rkatsiteli is a white grape variety that produces crisp, refreshing wines with notes of citrus and green apple. Saperavi is a red grape variety that produces deep, full-bodied wines with flavors of dark fruit and spice. Mtsvane is a white grape variety that produces aromatic wines with floral and tropical fruit notes. Kakheti is also known for its traditional qvevri winemaking method, where the grapes are fermented and aged in large, egg-shaped clay vessels buried underground.
The main grape varieties grown in Kakheti are Rkatsiteli, Saperavi, and Mtsvane. Rkatsiteli is a white grape variety that produces crisp, refreshing wines with notes of citrus and green apple. Saperavi is a red grape variety that produces deep, full-bodied wines with flavors of dark fruit and spice. Mtsvane is a white grape variety that produces aromatic wines with floral and tropical fruit notes. Kakheti is also known for its traditional qvevri winemaking method, where the grapes are fermented and aged in large, egg-shaped clay vessels buried underground.
Georgia is considered to be the birthplace of wine, with evidence of winemaking dating back over 8,000 years. The traditional qvevri winemaking method used in Kakheti has been recognized by UNESCO as a part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.