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Meskheti Wine Region Guide

Meskheti is a mountainous region in southern Georgia along the upper Mtkvari river, around Aspindza and Vardzia. It has some of Georgia's highest vineyards and is reviving rare local grapes such as Meskhuri Shavi.

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Akhaltsikhe appellation

Akhaltsikhe

2 wineries

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About Meskheti Wine

Climate
Dry mountain continental
Vines grow at 900 to 1,700 m, probably Georgia's highest mountain viticulture (National Wine Agency)
Meskheti is a mountainous region in southern Georgia along the upper Mtkvari river, around Aspindza and Vardzia. It has some of Georgia's highest vineyards and is reviving rare local grapes such as Meskhuri Shavi.

Meskheti is a mountainous region in southern Georgia along the upper Mtkvari river, around Aspindza and Vardzia. It has some of Georgia's highest vineyards and is reviving rare local grapes such as Meskhuri Shavi.

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Best Wineries in Meskheti

Natenadze's Wine Cellar
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Natenadze's Wine Cellar

Akhaltsikhe

5.01 experience
From €24
Wine Barnovi
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Wine Barnovi

Akhaltsikhe

2.01 experience
From €15

Best Wine Tastings in Meskheti

Meskheti Wine & Heritage Tour at Natenadze's
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Meskheti Wine & Heritage Tour at Natenadze's

Experience Georgia's rich winemaking heritage with exquisite wines and local delicacies

Natenadze's Wine Cellar, Meskheti

30 min

From €24 / person
Wine Tasting and Tour at Wine Barnovi
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Wine Tasting and Tour at Wine Barnovi

Experience Exceptional Wine Hospitality in Georgia

Wine Barnovi, Meskheti

1 hour

From €15 / person

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Meskheti known for?
Meskheti is known for high-altitude terraced viticulture, ancient cave monasteries such as Vardzia and a revival of rare native grape varieties.
What are the main grape varieties grown in Meskheti?
Growers are reviving local varieties such as Meskhuri Shavi and Meskhuri Mtsvane, alongside Georgian grapes such as Saperavi and Rkatsiteli.
When is the best time to visit Meskheti for wine tasting?
September and early October cover the harvest; late spring and summer are best for exploring the mountain landscapes before the colder autumn nights.
How do I get to Meskheti?
Meskheti is about three to four hours by road from Tbilisi International Airport, via Borjomi. Kutaisi International Airport is a similar distance.
What should I see on a wine trip to Meskheti?
Combine wine tasting with the 12th-century Vardzia cave monastery, Khertvisi fortress and the spa town of Borjomi.
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