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Imereti

Imereti

Imereti is a prominent winemaking region, rivaling the celebrated Kakheti. Its tapestry of terrain, with towering mountains, meandering rivers, and the gentle caress of the sea, created a multitude of terroirs, each imparting its unique character to the wines born here.

Imereti is particularly celebrated for its fresh, acidic sparkling wines and mineral-driven whites. One of the region's most emblematic wines is a white blend of Tsitska and Tsolikouri grapes, co-fermented to create a harmonious complexity. Additionally, visitors can discover elegant and refined red wines — made in a less robust style then those typically associated with eastern Georgia.

In the 4th century BC, the land now known as Imereti, along with Georgia's entire coastal region, was part of the Colchis Kingdom, a realm that played a pivotal role in the formation of Georgian statehood. Steeped in myth and legend, Colchis was the fabled destination of the Argonauts' quest for the Golden Fleece, and ancient Greek authors lauded the region's wines for their exceptional quality.

Terroir Features

Imereti's vineyards are primarily situated in the gorges of the Rioni River — mainly along its middle and upper reaches — and tributaries. The vineyards elevation ranges from 50 to 500 meters above sea level. A sub-tropical climate, delicately influenced by the Black Sea prevails in the region: winters are moderately cool and wet, while summers are hot and dry. This harmonious transition of seasons allows the grapes to ripen at a leisurely pace, preserving their vibrant acidity and infusing the wines with an elegant balance.

The region's soils are incredibly diverse. Mostly stony loams, enriched with calcium carbonate and limestone, with alluvial deposits dominating the vineyards that line the Rioni's banks, provide a nurturing haven for the vines. While generally considered lean and rocky, these soils impart a unique character to the wines they produсe.

The Imeretian Method

Imereti's winemaking style often deviates from its Kakhetian counterpart, even though qvevri, the traditional clay amphorae, are widely employed for both fermentation and storage. But here, qvevri are locally known as churi. Maceration with grape skins is common, but instead of the full 100% skins contact seen in Kakheti, Imereti winemakers often leave only 20 to 50%. Maceration periods are significantly shorter, ranging from a few weeks to two months, in contrast to Kakheti's typical six-month maceration.

All these differences in style, climate and varieties make Imereti wines generally more elegant and subtle in aroma, with a lighter body and less pronounced tannins on the palate.

Districts & Micro-zones (PDOs)

Since 2007, the Sviri appellation, centered around the eponymous village, has stood as the region's sole designation of origin for dry white wines from blended Tsitska, Tsolikouri and Krakhuna grapes. Sviri has long been renowned for its exceptional Krakhuna — this area has garnered acclaim for its high-quality wines since the 17th and 18th centuries. However, winemakers also craft amber wines using all three mentioned varieties from Sviri vineyards, proudly showcasing the grape's provenance on the label. Noteworthy white wines from Imereti include Tsolikouri from Obcha village (Obchuri Tsolikouri) and Bazaleti village, Kvalituri Tsitska from the village of Kveda Kvaliti, and red wines like Aladasturi from Vani. Villages Bagdati, Dimi, Tskhentaro, Rodinauli, Tskhratskaro, and Puti also have a well-deserved a reputation for producing exceptional wines.

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  • Villa Chven Tsolikouri
    2022
    Villa Chven Tsolikouri
    Regular price
    €16.46
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    €16.46
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    Winery Villa Chven
    Vintages
    2022 / qnt.550
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 13.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Baghdati
    Grape Tsolikouri
    In Stock 550
  • NioSebi Otskhanuri Sapere
    2022
    NioSebi Otskhanuri Sapere
    Regular price
    €16.52
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    €16.52
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    Winery NioSebi Winery
    Vintages
    2022 / qnt.300
    Wine type
    Red Red | Alc. 13.6% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Terjola – Siktarva
    Grape Otskhanuri Sapere
    In Stock 300
  • NioSebi Lilia
    2022
    NioSebi Lilia
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    €10.32
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    €10.32
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    Winery NioSebi Winery
    Vintages
    2022 / qnt.500
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 12.8% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Terjola – Siktarva
    Grape Tsitska 40% · Tsolikouri 40% · Krakhuna 20%
    In Stock 500
  • NioSebi Tsitska
    2022
    NioSebi Tsitska
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    €8.26
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    €8.26
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    Winery NioSebi Winery
    Vintages
    2022 / qnt.300
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 12.3% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Terjola – Siktarva
    Grape Tsitska
    In Stock 300
  • Martvilis Marani Aladasturi
    2023
    Martvilis Marani Aladasturi
    Regular price
    €10.43
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    €10.43
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    Winery Martvilis Marani
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.500
    Wine type
    Rose Rose | Alc. 11.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Baghdati – Rokhi
    Grape Aladasturi
    In Stock 500
  • Martvilis Marani Martha
    2023
    Martvilis Marani Martha
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    €10.43
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    €10.43
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    Winery Martvilis Marani
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.1900
    Wine type
    Rose Rose | Alc. 12.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Baghdati – Rokhi
    Grape Tsolikouri 95% · Aladasturi 5%
    In Stock 1900
  • Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri No Skin
    2023
    Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri No Skin
    Regular price
    €10.43
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    €10.43
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    Winery Martvilis Marani
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.1300
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 12.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Baghdati – Rokhi
    Grape Tsolikouri
    In Stock 1300
  • Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri
    2023
    Martvilis Marani Tsolikouri
    Regular price
    €10.43
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    €10.43
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    Winery Martvilis Marani
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.2200
    Wine type
    Amber Amber | Alc. 13.0% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Baghdati – Dimi
    Grape Tsolikouri
    In Stock 2200
  • Winery Zodi Dzelshavi
    2023
    Winery Zodi Dzelshavi
    Regular price
    €10.08
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    €10.08
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    Winery Winery Zodi
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.600
    Wine type
    Red Semi Sweet Red | Alc. 11.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Chiatura – Zodi
    Grape Dzelshavi
    In Stock 600
  • Winery Zodi Kvishkhuri
    2023
    Winery Zodi Kvishkhuri
    Regular price
    €12.10
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    €12.10
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    Winery Winery Zodi
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.300
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 14.0% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Sachkhere – Chikha
    Grape Kvishkhuri
    In Stock 300
  • Winery Zodi Tsolikouri
    2023
    Winery Zodi Tsolikouri
    Regular price
    €10.08
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    €10.08
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    Winery Winery Zodi
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.1000
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 13.0% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Sachkhere – Chikha
    Grape Tsolikouri
    In Stock 1000
  • Winery Zodi Tsitska
    2023
    Winery Zodi Tsitska
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    €10.08
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    €10.08
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    Winery Winery Zodi
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.800
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 12.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Zestafoni – Kveda Sakara
    Grape Tsitska
    In Stock 800
  • Argvani Tsitska
    2023
    Argvani Tsitska
    Regular price
    €9.78
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    €9.78
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    Winery Argvani
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.700
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 12.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Terjola – Ghvankiti
    Grape Tsitska
    In Stock 700
  • Tezi Tsolikouri
    2022
    Tezi Tsolikouri
    Regular price
    €12.02
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    €12.02
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    Winery Tezi Winery
    Vintages
    2022 / qnt.1300
    Wine type
    Amber Amber | Alc. 12.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Zestafoni – Sviri
    Grape Tsolikouri
    In Stock 1300
  • Solomoné Tsitska - Tsolikouri
    2022
    Solomoné Tsitska - Tsolikouri
    Regular price
    €9.85
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    €9.85
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    Winery Solomoné
    Vintages
    2022 / qnt.1000
    Wine type
    White White | Alc. 11.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Chiatura – Chiatura
    Grape Tsitska 40% · Tsolikouri 60%
    In Stock 1000
  • Solomoné Tsitska - Tsolikouri Qvevri
    2022
    Solomoné Tsitska - Tsolikouri Qvevri
    Regular price
    €9.85
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    €9.85
    Regular price
    Winery Solomoné
    Vintages
    2022 / qnt.1000
    Wine type
    Amber Amber | Alc. 11.8% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Chiatura – Chiatura
    Grape Tsitska 40% · Tsolikouri 60%
    In Stock 1000
  • Solomoné Krakhuna Qvevri
    2022
    Solomoné Krakhuna Qvevri
    Regular price
    €9.85
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    €9.85
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    Winery Solomoné
    Vintages
    2022 / qnt.1500
    Wine type
    Amber Amber | Alc. 12.0% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Zestafoni – Sviri
    Grape Krakhuna
    In Stock 1500
  • Nanua Winery Tetri Kamuri - Tsitska
    2023
    Nanua Winery Tetri Kamuri - Tsitska
    Regular price
    €15.64
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    €15.64
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    Winery Nanua Winery
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.250
    Wine type
    Amber Amber | Alc. 14.0% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Terjola – Alisubani
    Grape Tetri Kamuri 50% · Tsitska 50%
    In Stock 250
  • Nanua Winery Tsitska
    2023
    Nanua Winery Tsitska
    Regular price
    €9.79
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    €9.79
    Regular price
    Winery Nanua Winery
    Vintages
    2023 / qnt.500
    Wine type
    Amber Amber | Alc. 13.0% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Terjola – Sazano
    Grape Tsitska
    In Stock 500
  • Nanua Winery Otskhanuri Sapere
    2018
    Nanua Winery Otskhanuri Sapere
    Regular price
    €11.75
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    €11.75
    Regular price
    Winery Nanua Winery
    Vintages
    2018 / qnt.800
    Wine type
    Red Red | Alc. 13.5% | Vol. 750ml
    Terroir Imereti – Terjola – Sazano
    Grape Otskhanuri Sapere
    In Stock 800
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