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Samegrelo Wine Region Guide

Samegrelo is a humid subtropical region in western Georgia, between the Black Sea and the Caucasus foothills. It is best known for Ojaleshi, a rare local red grape that traditionally grew up trees.

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About Samegrelo Wine

Soil
Yellow podzolic soils, alluvial
Climate
Humid subtropical
Homeland of Ojaleshi, a rare red grape whose name refers to its traditional training up trees
Samegrelo is a humid subtropical region in western Georgia, between the Black Sea and the Caucasus foothills. It is best known for Ojaleshi, a rare local red grape that traditionally grew up trees.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Samegrelo known for?
Samegrelo is known for small-production red wines from the native Ojaleshi grape, often semi-sweet or dry, and for its spicy Megrelian cuisine.
What are the main grape varieties grown in Samegrelo?
Ojaleshi is the signature red grape. Local growers also cultivate Tsolikouri and other western Georgian varieties.
When is the best time to visit Samegrelo for wine tasting?
September and October are harvest time in Georgia and a great time to join the grape picking. Late spring is also lovely, while midsummer is hot and humid.
How do I get to Samegrelo?
Kutaisi International Airport is the closest major airport, about an hour's drive from Martvili. Zugdidi and Senaki are also served by trains from Tbilisi.
What should I pair with Ojaleshi?
Ojaleshi's bright acidity and red fruit suit Megrelian dishes such as elarji and spicy kharcho, as well as local cheeses like sulguni.
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