Kakheti Wine Tour with Qvevri Wine, Kvareli Tunnel, Kindzmarauli

Tour from Tbilisi to Kakheti is a unique tour, you will visit several wine making companies as part of a small group.

Wine enthusiasts can explore Kakheti’s renowned wineries, such as KTW wine factory, Corporation Kindzmarauli, and the Kvareli Wine Cave. Visitors can taste traditional wines like Saperavi and Rkatsiteli.

As part of the Kakheti Wine Tour, you will visit the local Qvevri master. You can also learn about the unique Qvevri winemaking method. A Qvevri is a large, egg-shaped clay vessel that has been used for winemaking. This method involves fermenting wine in clay vessels that are buried underground.

Georgia is often referred to as the “cradle of wine” because it has an unbroken winemaking tradition spanning over 8,000 years. Archaeological evidence suggests that the earliest wine production took place in Georgia around 6,000 BCE, making it one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world. This long-standing heritage has cemented Georgia’s place in the global history of winemaking. We can say that Georgia is a wine country.

One of the most distinctive aspects of Georgian wine is the traditional method of production using qvevri—large clay vessels buried underground. This ancient technique, recognized by UNESCO in 2013. The technique allows wine to ferment naturally and develop its unique taste.

The Qvevri method is still widely used today, offering a fascinating contrast to modern winemaking techniques.

Georgia is home to over 500 indigenous grape varieties. Among the most famous are Saperavi (a robust red) and Rkatsiteli (a crisp white). These varieties thrive in Georgia’s diverse climates and soils, producing wines with complex flavors that reflect the country's rich terroir.

Another remarkable fact about Georgian wine is its role in cultural and religious traditions. Wine has been central to Georgian hospitality and celebrations for centuries. It is also deeply intertwined with Georgian Orthodox Christianity, with many monasteries producing their own wines.

Georgian wine is more than a drink. It represents national identity and pride. People around the world celebrate it for its ancient heritage and great quality. Whether enjoyed traditionally or paired with modern cuisine, Georgian wine continues to captivate wine lovers globally.You will visit local Qvevri master to understand how Qvevri, unique Georgia wine vassal is made. You will taste some of the best wines of Georgia and brandy with various flavors. 

As part of the Kakheti Wine Tour, you will be able to visit a wine  factory to gather more information about all stages of wine production.  Of course, visits to wine factories, includes wine tastings.

Corporation  Kindzmarauli is a prominent Georgian winery located in the Kakheti  region, renowned for producing some of the country’s finest wines.

Established  near the historic town of Kvareli, it draws its name from the famous  Kindzmarauli wine—a semi-sweet red wine cherished for its rich flavor  and natural sweetness. The winery is set in the heart of the Alazani  Valley, surrounded by picturesque vineyards and the majestic Caucasus  Mountains.

What sets Corporation Kindzmarauli apart is its  commitment to combining traditional Georgian winemaking methods, such as  Qvevri fermentation, with modern technology. This approach ensures the  preservation of Georgia’s ancient wine culture while meeting  contemporary quality standards.

The winery is particularly known  for its production of Saperavi grapes, used to craft their iconic  Kindzmarauli wine. With a focus on sustainability and authenticity,  Corporation Kindzmarauli continues to represent Georgia’s winemaking  excellence on the global stage.

It is hard to imagine the guided tour without visiting Khareba Wine  Tunnel. You will visit the wine tunnel, which is a unique wine cellar  carved inside the Caucasus mountains. The best wines of the Kakheti  region have been stored and aged here for decades because of ideal  conditions for wine preservation. You will taste rare wines of the  Kakheti region.

The Kvareli Wine Cave, nestled in Georgia's  picturesque Kakheti region, is a unique destination for wine  enthusiasts. Built into the slopes of the Greater Caucasus Mountains,  the cave stretches over 7.7 kilometers and provides the perfect natural  conditions for wine aging. Its consistent temperature of 12-14°C makes  it an ideal environment for preserving and enhancing the flavor of fine  wines.

The cave, carved into the Caucasus rock massif, was opened  in 1962 specifically for the World Congress of Vine and Wine. Today, it  is managed by Winery Khareba and serves as both a working wine cellar  and a tourist attraction.

Winery Khareba offers private tours of  the complex accompanied by a local guide. Feel free to ask as many  questions as you wish to the company’s tour guide. Visitors can explore  the cave, learn about traditional Georgian winemaking techniques, and  enjoy tastings of exquisite local

wines The Kvareli Wine Cave  embodies Georgia’s rich winemaking heritage and offers an unforgettable  experience for all who visit.

Tour in Kakheti would be incomplete if you don’t visit the KTW wine factory.

You will visit one of the biggest wine factories to taste award-winning wines directly from stainless steel wine tanks and brandy directly from the oak barrels.

It is impossible to imagine a Kakheti Wine Tour without wine and food. So, if you are looking for “food wine tours,” the tour in Kakheti is a perfect choice.

KTW Wine House Patardzeuli, located in the village of Patardzeuli within Georgia's Kakheti region, is a prominent facility of Kakhetian Traditional Winemaking (KTW). Established in 2001, this enterprise specializes in producing wine, chacha, and brandy. The facility comprises three main buildings, each dedicated to distinct technological processes for the production of these beverages.

In line with KTW's commitment to sustainability, the Patardzeuli enterprise is equipped with solar panels, harnessing alternative energy to supply electricity in an eco-friendly manner. The facility boasts a production capacity of 10,500 bottles of brandy per hour and houses 78 cisterns dedicated to storing wine materials.You will visit one of the biggest wine factory to taste wines directly from stainless steel wine tanks and brandy directly from the oak barrels.