Georgia

Georgia is considered the world's oldest wine country. For thousands of years, wine has been an integral part of its culture, cuisine, and daily life. Georgia's wine tradition is distinguished by its indigenous grape varieties and a unique winemaking method that is so deeply rooted nowhere else in the world.

Georgia as the origin of wine

Archaeological discoveries show that wine was already being made in Georgia over 8,000 years ago, making the country the cradle of viticulture. This long history lives on today in traditional methods that are still actively practiced.

Why is Georgia often called the oldest wine country?
Because the oldest traces of organised wine production have been found here, including fermentation and storage.

Qvevri and traditional vinification

An essential part of Georgian wine is the qvevri method . Qvevri are large earthenware vessels buried in the ground where grapes ferment and mature.

This method ensures:

• natural temperature control
• prolonged contact with peels
• pronounced structure and texture

Both white and red wines are made this way, resulting in what is often internationally called “amber wine” or “orange wine”, especially in white wine.

Grapes and style

Georgia is home to hundreds of indigenous grape varieties, some of which are gaining increasing international attention.

Important grapes

• Saperavi
  One of the few Teinturier grapes in the world, where the flesh also contains color. It produces deeply colored red wines with structure and aging potential. Therefore, it cannot be used to make white wine.

• Rkatsiteli
  One of the oldest white grapes in the world, often used for grippy, complex qvevri wines.

• Mtsvane
  Used both solo and in blends, it contributes freshness and aromatic tension.

Style and character of Georgian wine

Georgian wines clearly distinguish themselves from classic European styles. They are often:

• structured
• pronounced in texture
• less focused on primary fruit
• strongly connected with tradition and origin

This makes Georgian wine particularly interesting for enthusiasts who want to look beyond the well-known wine countries.

Georgia in the modern wine world

Although Georgia is deeply rooted in tradition, a growing number of producers are combining qvevri and modern techniques. This creates wines that are both authentic and accessible, without losing their cultural identity.

Internationally, appreciation for Georgian wine is growing, especially within gastronomy and among sommeliers.

Who is Georgian wine suitable for?

Georgian wine is especially interesting for:

• lovers of characterful wines
• discoverers of new wine styles
• fans of artisanal and historical winemaking methods

These wines demand attention and reward curiosity.

Georgian wine at Perfectewijn.nl

At Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Georgian wine for those seeking origin, authenticity, and a distinctive style. Georgia shows how wine began and how that tradition remains relevant today.